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Lemon Cheesecake Cookies

Lemon Cheesecake Cookies
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Lemon cheesecake cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balances creamy, tangy flavors with a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup (6 oz or 170 g) block-style cream cheese (cold)
  • 3 Tablespoons (38 g) granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 Tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 cups + 2 Tablespoons (265 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest
  • ½ cup (113 g) 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 cream cheese filling by mixing cold cream cheese with granulated sugar and lemon zest until smooth.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine sugar, melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and remaining lemon zest until well blended.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough, flatten slightly, place a teaspoon of filling in the center, then wrap the dough around it to form balls.
  5. Place on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.

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