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As the holiday season approaches, the air fills with the delightful scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, evoking memories of warmth, family gatherings, and festive celebrations. One of the most cherished traditions during this time is baking. The kitchen transforms into a magical space where ingredients come together to create delectable treats that bring joy to our hearts and smiles to our faces. Among the myriad of holiday cookies, Gingerbread Cheesecake Christmas Cookies stand out as a unique and indulgent option that perfectly marries the classic taste of gingerbread with a rich and creamy cheesecake filling.

Gingerbread Cheesecake Christmas Cookies

Get ready for a delightful twist on holiday baking with these Gingerbread Cheesecake Christmas Cookies! This 30-minute dessert combines the warm spices of gingerbread with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling, making it the perfect sweet treat idea for festive gatherings. With every bite, youll experience a wonderful contrast of flavors and textures that will surely impress everyone. GingerbreadCookies 30MinuteDessert SweetTreatIdeas HolidayBaking ChristmasCookies Yummy Afterka
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon ginger powder

1 teaspoon cinnamon

½ teaspoon nutmeg

½ teaspoon baking soda

⅓ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

⅓ cup brown sugar, packed

⅓ cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ cup cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

2 teaspoons milk (adjust for consistency)

1 teaspoon lemon juice

Green and red sprinkles for decoration (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

      Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

        Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.

          Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not over-mix.

            Make Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.

              Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized balls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

                Add Cheesecake Filling: Use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to make an indent in the center of each cookie. Fill the indent with a small amount of the cheesecake filling (about ½ teaspoon per cookie).

                  Bake: Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and start to turn golden brown. The centers may look a little soft—this is okay!

                    Cool Down: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                      Decorate: Once cooled, you can sprinkle with green and red sprinkles for a festive touch.

                        Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 24 cookies