How to Make Lemon Cheesecake Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide
If you're a fan of both lemon cheesecake and cookies, then you're in for a real treat with this recipe! These Lemon Cheesecake Cookies marry the tangy, citrusy flavors of lemon with the creamy, indulgent taste of cheesecake, all in one delightful cookie.
These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with lemon flavor, making them the perfect dessert for the warmer months or any time you're craving a refreshing and zesty treat. Plus, they're a great alternative to traditional cheesecake,...
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 5 drops yellow food coloring (Optional)
- 60 cinnamon red hot candies, or as needed
Information
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Servings: 60
- Yield: 5 dozen cookies
Nutrition
41 cal.
- Total Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 9mg
- Sodium: 24mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 5g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Total Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Vitamin C: 0mg
- Calcium: 3mg
- Iron: 0mg
- Potassium: 7mg