These cinnamon roll cookies contain a buttery cinnamon swirl and creamy cheesecake filling! They are thick, soft baked, gooey, and flavorful. Great for any occasion!
First, make the cheesecake filling. In a stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy and creamy.
Use a spoon to scoop out 1 teaspoon sized balls. Place on a parchment paper lined pan. Place in the freezer while you make the cookie dough.
In a clean bowl of a stand mixer, add the cold cubed butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Beat to combine and until no clumps of butter remain.
Add in the egg and vanilla. Stir to combine.
Add in the gluten free flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until a thick cookie dough forms.
In a small bowl, make the cinnamon swirl mixture. Mix the softened butter and cinnamon until combined.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Scoop out 1 teaspoon of cookie dough. Flatten into a disc. Spread a little cinnamon mixture on top. Then, top with a frozen ball of cheesecake.
Take another 1 teaspoon of cookie dough. Take a pea size amount of cinnamon mixture and roll together with the cookie dough until swirled. Flatten into a disc. Place this on top of the cheesecake ball. Use your fingers to pinch the cookie dough discs together, enclosing the cheesecake ball.
Place 3 inches apart on the prepared pan. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Finally, remove from the oven and serve!
Notes
Use softened cream cheese. Do not use cold cream cheese.
Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy.
Use cold butter right from the fridge. This helps prevent the cookies from spreading too thin.
If needed, use all purpose flour instead of gluten free flour.
The cookie dough should be thick.
Do not over bake! They are meant to be gooey and soft.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container.