Make the Dough:

• In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
• Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:

• In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• Transfer to a piping bag for easy filling.

Shape the Cookies:

• Roll out the dough and cut into circles.
• Pipe a small amount of cheesecake filling in the center of half of the circles.
• Place another circle of dough on top, sealing the edges.
• Use a small cutter to create a donut-shaped hole in the center.

Coat in Cinnamon Sugar:

• In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon.
• Roll each cookie in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.

Bake:

• Arrange cookies on a lined baking sheet.
• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Serve & Enjoy:

• Let cool slightly, then drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
• Enjoy warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience