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Apple Pie Cheesecake Cookies

A delightful fusion of apple pie and cheesecake, these cookies feature a buttery base, juicy apple chunks, and a creamy cheesecake layer, making them perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups diced apples
Cheesecake Layer
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  7. Scoop tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie and add a dollop of the cheesecake mixture.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Freeze them for up to three months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes for a warm treat.