Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of sweet potato pie and cheesecake with these scrumptious Sweet Potato Pie Cheesecake Cookies. A perfect treat for fall or anytime you crave a cozy, flavorful dessert.

Ingredients

Cookies:

½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar (packed)
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
¾ cup mashed cooked sweet potato
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp salt

Cheesecake Filling:

6 oz cream cheese (softened)
¼ cup powdered sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Scoop into teaspoon-sized dollops, freeze for 30–45 minutes.
Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream butter, sugars until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, sweet potato. Mix dry ingredients separately, then combine. Flatten dough, place frozen cheesecake center, seal. Bake 13–15 minutes. Cool before serving.

Notes

Ensure sweet potato is fully mashed and cooled before using.
Store cookies in the refrigerator; serve chilled or at room temperature.
For extra spice, consider adding a pinch of ginger or cloves.