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Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies Recipe

Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies Recipe
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These Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies are a delightful treat with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a perfect balance of sweet cinnamon flavor. They are easy to make and perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a delicious cookie.

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder

For Coating:

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, cinnamon, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
  6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  8. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
  9. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat each one in the cinnamon sugar.
  10. Place on the baking sheet 2 inches apart.
  11. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set and bottoms are lightly golden.
  12. Let cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a pinch of nutmeg to the dough.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage.

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