Description

These Christmas Cheesecake Snickerdoodles are a delightful twist on classic cookies, with a creamy cheesecake center and a festive cinnamon sugar coating. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat anytime!

Ingredients

For the cookies:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt

For the filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the coating:

1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Red and green sanding sugar (optional, for a festive touch)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven and prepare the filling: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla, then freeze in small portions.
Make the cookie dough: Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla. Mix in dry ingredients to form a dough.
Assemble the cookies: Flatten dough, place a cream cheese ball in the center, wrap and seal the dough around it.
Coat and bake: Roll dough balls in cinnamon sugar, then sanding sugar. Bake until set and golden.
Cool and enjoy: Let cookies cool before serving.

Notes

Chill dough if too soft.
Store cookies in the fridge for freshness.