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Lemon Cheesecake Cookies

Lemon Cheesecake Cookies
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Brighten your day with these delightful Lemon Cheesecake Cookies! With a creamy cheesecake center and a refreshing burst of lemon flavor, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and family-friendly, they will impress both kids and adults alike. In just about 50 minutes, you can create a batch of these soft, zesty treats that fill your kitchen with warmth and happiness. Whether you’re enjoying them after dinner or serving them at gatherings, these cookies are bound to bring smiles all around. Get ready to indulge in this bright twist on classic cookies!

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup block-style cream cheese (cold)
  • 3 Tablespoons granulated white sugar
  • ½ Tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 cups + 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 2 Tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Additional granulated sugar for rolling cookies in

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cold cream cheese, granulated sugar, and lemon zest until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until well mixed.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Scoop out some dough, place a teaspoon of filling in the center, encase it with more dough, then roll into a ball.
  6. Roll each cookie ball in granulated sugar before baking at 350°F (175°C) for about 12 minutes.

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