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Apple Pie Cheesecake Cookies

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These Apple Pie Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful fusion of two classic desserts. With a buttery cookie base, creamy cheesecake filling, and a spiced apple topping, they’re perfect for fall or any time you’re craving a cozy treat.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Base:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Apple Pie Topping:

  • 1 medium apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Cookie Base:

  1. Cream Butter and Sugars:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients:
    • Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. Shape the Cookies:
    • Scoop 1 1/2-tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to create a small well in the center of each cookie.

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:

  1. Mix the Filling:
    • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Fill the Cookies:
    • Spoon or pipe about 1 teaspoon of the cheesecake mixture into the well of each cookie.

Prepare the Apple Pie Topping:

  1. Cook the Apples:
    • In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are softened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Top the Cookies:
    • Spoon a small amount of the apple mixture over the cheesecake filling on each cookie.

Bake the Cookies:

  1. Bake:
    • Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for the best balance of tart and sweet.
  • For a finishing touch, drizzle the cooled cookies with caramel sauce or dust with powdered sugar.

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