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Sweet Potato Pie Cheesecake Cookies

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Soft, spiced sweet potato cookies with a luscious cheesecake center, these Sweet Potato Pie Cheesecake Cookies are the perfect blend of holiday comfort and indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sweet potato (roasted and mashed)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy. Add egg, vanilla, and sweet potato. Mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Mix cream cheese and powdered sugar. Scoop into small balls and freeze for 15 minutes.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Wrap cookie dough around cream cheese balls and roll into dough balls. Place on baking sheets.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set. Cool on pan 5 minutes, then transfer to rack.
  6. Finishing Touches: Optional dusting of cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm or chilled. Pair with coffee or cider for an autumn treat.

Notes

  • Use roasted sweet potatoes for richer flavor.
  • Chill cream cheese filling to keep it intact during baking.
  • Slight underbaking creates a soft, chewy center.
  • Let cookies cool completely before storing.

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