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### Instructions
#### Step 1: Preheat the Oven
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
#### Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough
1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This will take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
#### Step 3: Roll the Dough
1. In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
2. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough and roll them into balls.
3. Roll each ball of dough in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
#### Step 4: Bake the Cookies
1. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the center is still soft. The cookies will firm up as they cool.
3. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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### Tips for Success
1. **Use Softened Ingredients**: Ensure your butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for a smoother dough.
2. **Don’t Overbake**: For the softest cookies, take them out of the oven when the edges are golden but the centers are still soft. They’ll continue to firm up as they cool.
3. **Customize the Flavor**: Try adding a pinch of nutmeg, cloves, or ginger to the dough for an extra layer of flavor.
4. **Chill the Dough**: If you prefer, you can chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking for a firmer texture.
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### Why These Cookies Are So Special
Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies are the perfect blend of soft, buttery goodness and warm, fragrant cinnamon. The cream cheese adds a richness that takes the flavor to the next level, while the cinnamon-sugar coating gives them a slight crunch and extra sweetness. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or as a dessert after a meal, these cookies are a comforting treat that will have everyone asking for more.
Give this recipe a try, and enjoy the deliciously soft and flavorful magic of Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies!
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