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Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies

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Soft, chewy gingerbread cookies filled with a creamy cheesecake center — a festive treat that perfectly combines warm holiday spices and rich creaminess.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until creamy and light. Add molasses, egg, and vanilla, and mix until fully combined.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  5. In another bowl, combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Chill slightly to firm.
  6. Scoop about 1½ tablespoons of dough, flatten slightly, and place a small spoonful of cheesecake filling in the center. Top with another small piece of dough and seal edges.
  7. Roll each filled dough ball in granulated sugar and arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are set and tops start to crack.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 20–30 minutes if it feels too soft before baking.
  • Use unsulphured molasses for the best flavor — avoid blackstrap molasses.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • To serve warm, microwave for about 10 seconds before eating.

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