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Easy New York Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

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These Easy New York Cheesecake Cookies combine buttery graham cracker cookie dough with a creamy cheesecake filling, topped optionally with strawberry jam and extra graham crumbs for a delightful twist on classic cheesecake flavors. Perfectly soft and slightly tangy, these cookies bake up golden at the edges while staying tender and creamy inside.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough:

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp lemon zest (optional)
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

Topping (Optional):

  • 0.25 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cup strawberry jam

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
  2. Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, 0.25 cup granulated sugar, sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, lemon zest if using, and 1 tablespoon of flour until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Place the filling in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the dough.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with 0.75 cup granulated sugar and 0.25 cup packed light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes, to incorporate air for a tender cookie.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together 1.75 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.75 cup graham cracker crumbs, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt in another bowl.
  6. Mix Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a soft dough forms to avoid overworking and toughening the cookies.
  7. Shape Cookies: Scoop out 24 portions of dough, about 1.5 tablespoons each, and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets. Press a deep indent in the center of each cookie ball using your thumb or the back of a teaspoon to hold the filling.
  8. Fill and Top: Spoon or pipe about 1 teaspoon of the cheesecake filling into each indent. If desired, add a small dot of strawberry jam on top of the filling. Sprinkle the remaining 0.25 cup graham cracker crumbs over each cookie for added texture and flavor.
  9. Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden while keeping the centers soft and slightly creamy.
  10. Cool and Chill: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack. For optimum cheesecake texture, refrigerate the cookies for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.
  11. Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze them for up to 2 months for longer preservation.

Notes

  • Using room temperature ingredients (butter, egg, cream cheese) ensures smooth mixing and better texture.
  • The optional lemon zest adds a subtle brightness to the cheesecake filling but can be omitted if preferred.
  • The strawberry jam topping adds a fruity contrast that pairs beautifully with the creamy filling and graham crumb crunch.
  • Chilling the cookies before serving enhances the cheesecake flavor and texture.
  • Allow cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to avoid breakage.
  • This recipe makes 24 cookies, perfect for sharing or parties.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour and graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free alternatives.

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