New York Cheesecake Cookies

New York cheesecake cookies are renowned for being easy to make and oddly satisfying with their thick and chewy texture and a surprise cheesecake filling.

The vanilla aroma from the cookies is inviting, uplifting, and calming to the nerves.

If you are looking for a great cookie recipe for an upcoming birthday or Sunday baking with kids, the New York Cheesecake cookies recipe is an excellent option. 

They’re highly addictive.

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Why I Love New York Cheesecake Cookies?

• Easy and quick recipe
• Crisp texture
• sweet, indulgent, and delicious
• Impressive look
• Perfect variation of the classic cheesecake

Should Cheesecakes Cookies Be Baked?

Baking cheesecake cookies give them a dense, fluffy, smoother texture and flavor. It also produces a velvety cookie that smells and tastes magical.

How to Serve New York Cheesecake Cookies?

Serve New York cheesecake cookies with a hot or cold beverage like milk, tea, or coffee. You can also serve them as a snack or dessert in Christmas cookie spreads, family events, office parties, and kids’ birthdays. An ice cream sandwich is a rejuvenating and delish combo on a hot summer afternoon.

Cooking Tips:

First, use room-temperature ingredients so that the dough blends beautifully. Second, roll the dough tall for thick, well-baked and savory cookies. Lastly, don’t overmix the ingredients for optimal results.  

Variations:

• Strawberry cheesecake: add the goodness and nutritional benefits of strawberry to your cheesecake cookies with a half cup of finely diced strawberries incorporated in the dough.
• Pumpkin cheesecake cookies: Give your cookies a unique twist by adding pumpkin pie spices and cinnamon to the dough and topping, respectively.
• Caramel topping: After your cookies cool, drizzle caramel topping for enhanced flavor.

Ingredients:

• Graham crackers crumbs
• All-purpose flour
• Baking powder
• Butter softened
• Brown sugar
• Egg
• Cream cheese softened
• Granulated sugar
• Lemon zest
• Vanilla extract

How To Make New York Cheesecake Cookies:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2. Add the graham crackers, flour, baking powder, butter, brown sugar, and egg white to a mixing bowl, and beat on high until a dough has formed.

Adding the flour.

Adding the baking powder.

Adding the brown sugar.

Adding the egg white.

Step 3. Form the dough into even-sized balls and flatten them slightly with the palm of your hand. Use your thumb to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.

Step 4. In a mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and egg yolk.

Adding the egg yolk.

Adding the cream cheese.

Adding the granulated sugar.

Adding the lemon zest.

Mix together until smooth and creamy.

Step 5. Place a bit of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each cookie and bake for 10-12 minutes.

Step 6. Let cool before serving.

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How to Store New York Cheesecake Cookies?

Wrap the cookies in a plastic covering, put them in an airtight container or ziplock bag, and freeze. Alternatively, you can freeze the dough by wrapping it in a baking sheet and storing it in a freezer bag. Thaw and bake the dough as needed.

How to Reheat New York Cheesecake Cookies?

Set the oven to 300^oF, place the cookies on a baking sheet and reheat for four to five minutes. You can also wrap the cookies in a damp paper towel and microwave them for 15 to 20 seconds.  

How Much Do New York Cheesecake Cookies Last on the Fridge?

You can store these cookies in the fridge for 3-4 days. When frozen, New York cheesecake cookies can last up to three months.

Can I Make Ahead New York Cheesecake Cookies?

Cheesecake cookies can be made a day before and retain their texture and taste. The secret is to store them in an airtight container to prevent moisture from ruining their crunchiness and flavor.

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