Merry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

Name: Merry Cheesecake Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar; 1/2 cup chopped toasted nuts of any kind; 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 egg, at room temperature; 2 tablespoons milk; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; Red and green sanding sugar, for decorating, optional

Servings: persons

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped toasted nuts of any kind
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg, at room temperature
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Red and green sanding sugar, for decorating, optional

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["Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.", "Line an 8 by 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.", "Let parchment come up over the sides of the pan to use as ""handles"" when unmolding after baking.", "In a mixer bowl, combine flour, butter, and brown sugar.", "Blend at low speed until incorporated and mixture is like sand, about 2 to 3 minutes.", "Stir in nuts.", "Reserve 1 cup of mixture for topping.", "With your fingers, press remaining mixture into pan.", "Bake on the middle rack of the oven until crust is set and golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes.", "Let cool on a rack while assembling the filling.", "In a clean mixer bowl, combine cream cheese and sugar.", "Blend until smooth, then add the remaining filling ingredients, beating until smooth.", "Spread evenly over baked crust.", "Sprinkle the reserve crust mixture over filling.", "Bake until top is golden brown and filling is set, about 25 to 30 minutes.", "Let cool completely on a rack, then use parchment ""handles"" to remove from pan in 1 piece.", "Cut into bars, squares or festive shapes with cookie cutter of your choice.", "Sprinkle with red and/or green sanding sugar, if desired."]

528

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup chopped toasted nuts of any kind, and more.

Yes, Merry Cheesecake Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Merry Cheesecake Cookies

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