{"id":62087,"date":"2023-12-16T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-16T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/12\/16\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2023-12-16T01:00:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-16T01:00:00","slug":"cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/12\/16\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>A fun twist on a holiday favorite! These cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies are soft and spiced to perfection, filled with a rich and creamy filling. Each bite is a dream!<\/p>\n<p>Get into the holiday spirit by trying a few of these other amazing desserts: <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/gingerbread-cheesecake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">gingerbread cheesecake<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/gingerbread-cupcakes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">gingerbread cupcakes<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/gingerbread-bundt-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">gingerbread bundt cake<\/a>!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"4 stuffed gingerbread cookies stacked on top of each other. 2 are ripped in half so the filling can be seen.\" class=\"wp-image-239388\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.6670372429127293;object-fit:cover\" title=\"A fun twist on a holiday favorite! These cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies are soft and spiced to perfection, filled with a rich and creamy filling. Each bite is a dream!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1200x1799.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"4 stuffed gingerbread cookies stacked on top of each other. 2 are ripped in half so the filling can be seen.\" class=\"wp-image-239388\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.6670372429127293;object-fit:cover\" title=\"A fun twist on a holiday favorite! These cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies are soft and spiced to perfection, filled with a rich and creamy filling. Each bite is a dream!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gingerbread-cheesecake-cookies\">Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies<\/h2>\n<p>Craving something sweet and festive this holiday season? Look no further than these cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies! They\u2019re the perfect bite-sized desserts, combining the classic gingerbread cookie with a creamy, dreamy cheesecake filling inside.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s two holiday favorites in one delightful cookie! And don\u2019t forget the finishing touch \u2013 a sprinkle of spiced sugar adds a little extra crunch and extra flavor. Trust me, these stuffed gingerbread cookies are so good, they\u2019ll be the star of any party platter. Here\u2019s what you need to make them:<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredient-list\">Ingredient List<\/h2>\n<p>These stuffed gingerbread cookies use a lot of simple ingredients! I\u2019m sure you\u2019ll have most of them ready to go in your pantry.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cheesecake-filling\"><strong>Cheesecake Filling:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cream Cheese:<\/strong>\u00a0Softened so it mixes smoothly with the other ingredients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Granulated Sugar:<\/strong>\u00a0Adds just the right touch of sweetness to complement the tangy cream cheese.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong>\u00a0Infuses the filling with tasty, warm flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gingerbread-dough\"><strong>Gingerbread Dough:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>All-Purpose Flour:<\/strong>\u00a0The foundation of the cookies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking Soda &amp; Powder:<\/strong>\u00a0Give these cookies a gentle lift,\u00a0keeping them nice and fluffy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt: <\/strong>Just a pinch is all you need to enhance all the flavors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Melted, Unsalted Butter:<\/strong>\u00a0Adds richness and makes the dough soft and pliable.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sugar:<\/strong>\u00a0I used both dark brown sugar and granulated sugar here.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/molasses-9oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-87716454#lnk=sametab\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unsulphured Molasses<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0Infuses the cookies with a deep caramel flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Egg:<\/strong>\u00a0Binds the dough together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong>\u00a0Adds another layer of warm, delicious flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-spiced-sugar-coating\"><strong>Spiced Sugar Coating:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Granulated Sugar:<\/strong>\u00a0Adds a delightful crunch and sweetness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spices: <\/strong>I mixed the sugar with ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves for the perfect holiday flavor.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\">How to Make Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies<\/h2>\n<p>Grab those ingredients and get ready to make some cookies that are perfect for Christmastime! I know it looks like a lot of instructions, but they\u2019re actually pretty straightforward to prepare.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cheesecake Filling<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Cream Cheese Mixture: <\/strong>Add the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla to a medium sized bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chill: <\/strong>Place parchment or wax paper on a large plate or baking sheet and use a small cookie scoop to scoop 1 \u00bd teaspoon portions of the cream cheese onto the paper. Place in the refrigerator for 1 hour.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gingerbread Dough<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Mix Dry Ingredients: <\/strong>While the cheesecake filling chills, prepare the cookie dough by sifting the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices together in a medium bowl. Then set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix Wet Ingredients: <\/strong>In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and molasses together. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine: <\/strong>Add the dry ingredients to the wet and beat until just combined. Then cover and chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prepare Sugar Coating: <\/strong>Make the spiced sugar coating by whisking together the sugar and spices in a small bowl. Set aside until needed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Baking<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Preheat Oven: <\/strong>When the dough and cheesecake filling are nearly done chilling, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shape: <\/strong>Remove the dough from the fridge and for each cookie use a medium cooking scoop to scoop two 1 \u00bd tablespoon portions of dough. Gently press them each out into discs that are about 1 \u00bd inch wide, keeping the center thicker and the edges a bit thinner. If the dough rips or tears, use your fingers to pinch it back together. Use your thumb to make the disc slightly bowl shaped.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Filling: <\/strong>Place one of the chilled cheesecake filling scoops into the center of one of the discs and top with a second one. Very carefully but firmly pinch just the very edges of the two discs together to create a seal around the filling. Be careful not to pinch too much of the dough, otherwise the filling will squeeze out the other side. If the dough cracks on the edges or on the tops, use your fingers to smooth it out. This dough is very pliable and it\u2019s alright to warm it up a bit with your fingers to get it smoother.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Roll: <\/strong>Once the two discs are sealed together, gently round out the pinched edge with your fingers and give a light roll of the dough to form a uniform and smooth circle where it was sealed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coat in Sugar, Bake: <\/strong>Roll the dough in the spiced sugar and place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 \u00bd-3 inches between cookies. Bake for 10 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cool and Serve: <\/strong>Let the stuffed gingerbread cookies cool on the baking rack for 3-4 minutes before transferring to a baking sheet or serving while they are still warm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"6-photo collage of the filling and cookie dough being prepared.\" class=\"wp-image-239037\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:728px;height:auto\" title=\"A fun twist on a holiday favorite! These cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies are soft and spiced to perfection, filled with a rich and creamy filling. Each bite is a dream!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-150x150.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-1200x1200.png\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-1200x1200.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-1200x1200.png\" alt=\"6-photo collage of the filling and cookie dough being prepared.\" class=\"wp-image-239037\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:728px;height:auto\" title=\"A fun twist on a holiday favorite! These cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies are soft and spiced to perfection, filled with a rich and creamy filling. Each bite is a dream!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies-1200x1200.png\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-and-tricks\">Tips and Tricks<\/h3>\n<p>Use these extra tips to ensure your cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies turn out perfectly! Soft, sweet, and filled with spiced winter flavor.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chill the Filling: <\/strong>The cheesecake filling doesn\u2019t need to be chilled until it is solid, but it should hold its shape pretty well. This will help prevent it from completely melting and disappearing into the cookie as it bakes. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Shape the Dough: <\/strong>The two discs of gingerbread dough should be a little bowl-shaped, so that once the cheesecake is added between them they cup around it and all you need to do is pinch the edges of the cookie dough together to seal it in. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Be Gentle With the Dough!<\/strong> If you pinch too far into the dough, the cheesecake filling will squeeze out the other side. A very gentle, small pinch will be enough. You can even use your fingers to smooth and spread the dough in the direction you need it to go if you feel like there isn\u2019t enough dough to pinch it together. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Roll the Cookies: <\/strong>You can stop after you pinch the dough together, but rolling the seam in your hands will help smooth everything out and give you really nice looking gingerbread cookies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Let Them Cool: <\/strong>Let your stuffed gingerbread cookies cool on the pan for a couple minutes. The cookies are still baking when they come out of the oven. They need that extra time to finish setting up. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t Use Blackstrap Molasses<\/strong>! Blackstrap molasses is very strong and bitter. You should use unsulphered molasses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies on a wire rack.\" class=\"wp-image-239389\" title=\"A fun twist on a holiday favorite! These cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies are soft and spiced to perfection, filled with a rich and creamy filling. Each bite is a dream!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-1200x1799.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies on a wire rack.\" class=\"wp-image-239389\" title=\"A fun twist on a holiday favorite! These cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies are soft and spiced to perfection, filled with a rich and creamy filling. Each bite is a dream!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Do Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies Last?<\/h3>\n<p>Your tasty stuffed gingerbread cookies will stay soft and flavorful for almost a week as long as you keep them in a sealed container.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator:\u00a0<\/strong>Store in an airtight container for 4-5 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheating:\u00a0<\/strong>For that just out of the oven freshness, pop your cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies in the microwave for 10-15 seconds until soft and warm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"4 cookie halves stacked on top of each other.\" class=\"wp-image-239391\" title=\"A fun twist on a holiday favorite! These cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies are soft and spiced to perfection, filled with a rich and creamy filling. Each bite is a dream!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-1200x1799.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"4 cookie halves stacked on top of each other.\" class=\"wp-image-239391\" title=\"A fun twist on a holiday favorite! These cheesecake stuffed gingerbread cookies are soft and spiced to perfection, filled with a rich and creamy filling. Each bite is a dream!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread-2-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-try-these-other-holiday-cookie-recipes\">Try These Other Holiday Cookie Recipes!<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cheesecake_stuffed_gingerbread.jpg&amp;description=Cheesecake Stuffed Gingerbread Cookies\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"238961\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheesecake-stuffed-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<p><!-- This site is converting visitors into subscribers and customers with OptinMonster - https:\/\/optinmonster.com :: Campaign Title: TRC - RECIPE SAVE - DT - INL --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/ OptinMonster --><\/p>\n<p><!-- This site is converting visitors into subscribers and customers with OptinMonster - https:\/\/optinmonster.com :: Campaign Title: TRC - RECIPE SAVE - MB - INL --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/ OptinMonster --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-238962\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"238962\" data-servings=\"18\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-238962-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"238962\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Cheesecake Filling<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Add the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla to a medium sized bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Place parchment or wax paper on a large plate or baking sheet and use a small cookie scoop to scoop 1 \u00bd teaspoon portions of the cream cheese onto the paper. Place in the refrigerator for 1 hour.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Gingerbread Dough<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>While the cheesecake filling chills, prepare the cookie dough by sifting the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices together in a medium bowl. Set aside.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and molasses together. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Add the dry ingredients to the wet and beat until just combined. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Make the spiced sugar coating by whisking together the sugar and spices in a small bowl. Set aside until needed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Baking<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>When the dough and cheesecake filling are nearly done chilling, preheat the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Remove the dough from the fridge and for each cookie use a medium cooking scoop to scoop two 1 \u00bd tablespoon portions of dough. Gently press them each out into discs that are about 1 \u00bd inch wide, keeping the center thicker and the edges a bit thinner. If the dough rips or tears, use your fingers to pinch it back together. Use your thumb to make the disc slightly bowl shaped.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-2-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Place one of the chilled cheesecake filling scoops into the center of one of the discs and top with a second one. Very carefully but firmly pinch just the very edges of the two discs together to create a seal around the filling. Be careful not to pinch too much of the dough, otherwise the filling will squeeze out the other side. If the dough cracks on the edges or on the tops, use your fingers to smooth it out. This dough is very pliable and it\u2019s alright to warm it up a bit with your fingers to get it smoother.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-2-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Once the two discs are sealed together, gently round out the pinched edge with your fingers and give a light roll of the dough to form a uniform and smooth circle where it was sealed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-2-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Roll the dough in the spiced sugar and place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 \u00bd-3 inches between cookies. Bake for 10 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-238962-step-2-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Let the cookies cool on the baking rack for 3-4 minutes before transferring to a baking sheet or serving while they are still warm.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">251<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">38<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">35<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">174<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">131<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">24<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">341<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.01<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">41<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an 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