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Delicious Gin Extract Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

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These Gin Extractgerbread Cheesecake Cookies combine the festive flavors of gingerbread with the creamy richness of cheesecake, creating a delightful treat for the holiday season. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, they are sure to impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon gin extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well blended, and set aside.
  2. In another bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the gin extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, take a portion of the gingerbread cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place a small dollop of the cream cheese filling in the center, then fold the dough over the filling and roll it into a ball.
  8. Repeat this process for all the dough, placing the cookies about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly cracked. The cookies will appear soft but will firm up as they cool.
  10. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

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Keywords: Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for the best texture. You can substitute dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan-friendly option.

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