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Cheesecake-Stuffed Apple Cider Cookies

Delightfully soft cookies filled with creamy cheesecake and infused with apple cider for a perfect fall treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Incorporate the apple cider into the mixture.
  6. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Prep the cheesecake filling by beating cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  8. Assemble the cookies by flattening a tablespoon of dough, adding a teaspoon of cheesecake filling, and rolling into a ball.
  9. Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For added creativity, try chocolate drizzle, caramel swirl, or incorporating nuts into the dough.

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Keywords: cookies, fall desserts, cheesecake, apple cider, baking