Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies, a delightful treat that marries the warmth of traditional gingerbread with a creamy cheesecake filling. Ideal for holiday gatherings, these cookie cups are easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family. With their spiced flavors and charming appearance, they are perfect for cookie exchanges or as a cozy dessert enjoyed by the fireplace. Customize them with your favorite toppings or enjoy them as they are, making them a versatile addition to your holiday baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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3/4 cup salted butter (softened)
1 cup brown sugar
1 whole egg
3 tablespoons molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
pinch ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cloves
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons corn starch
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Christmas sprinkles (for fun)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease muffin pans.
Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in egg and molasses.
Whisk together flour, spices, baking soda, and cornstarch; combine with wet ingredients to form dough.
Chill dough for 30 minutes, then press into muffin pans.
Bake for 12 minutes; cool before shaping centers.
Beat cheesecake filling ingredients until smooth; fill cooled cookie cups with the mixture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 200
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg