Cinnamon Kissed Cheesecake Donut Cookies (Print Format)

Soft cookies filled with creamy cheesecake, highlighted by warm cinnamon and donut-like flavor.

# Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 2 large egg yolks
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Filling

09 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
10 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Toppings

12 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting

# Steps:

01 - In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda. Add butter, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Mix until a soft dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
02 - In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. Set aside.
03 - Preheat the oven to 170°C (350°F). Roll the dough into balls, flatten each ball, and place a small teaspoon of filling in the center. Wrap the dough around the filling, sealing the edges. Place sealed-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
04 - Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
05 - Once fully cooled, dust cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

# Tips:

01 - Ensure the dough is chilled adequately to prevent spreading during baking.
02 - Cream cheese filling should remain soft but not runny for ease of handling.