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Apple Pie Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Apple Pie Cheesecake Cookies combine the warm, spiced flavors of classic apple pie with the creamy richness of cheesecake in a delightful cookie form. Soft, tender, and loaded with diced apples and cinnamon, these cookies offer a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, making them a fantastic treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Cookie Base

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup diced apples

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies evenly.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step helps incorporate air for a tender cookie texture.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture until all ingredients are fully combined and smooth.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure the leavening agents and seasonings are evenly distributed.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can make cookies tough.
  6. Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In another clean bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Fold in the diced apples and cinnamon gently to blend the flavors without deflating the mixture.
  7. Shape Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, spacing them to allow for spreading.
  8. Fill Cookies: Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, create an indentation in the center of each cookie dough ball. Fill each indentation generously with the cream cheese and apple mixture.
  9. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown and the filling is slightly set.
  10. Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet or a wire rack before serving to allow the filling to firm up and flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Use softened butter and cream cheese to ensure smooth mixing and best texture.
  • Diced apples can be peeled or unpeeled depending on your preference for texture and appearance.
  • For best flavor, use fresh cinnamon rather than pre-ground for the filling.
  • Chilling the cookie dough for 20-30 minutes before baking can help prevent excessive spreading.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: apple pie cheesecake cookies, apple cookies, cheesecake cookies, cinnamon apple cookies, soft cookies, fall desserts

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