Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies. Soft and chewy, each cookie combines rich pumpkin puree and warm spices, topped with a luscious cream cheese filling that creates an irresistible treat. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies will be a highlight at any dessert table, leaving everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, eggs, and melted butter until smooth. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drop dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart; flatten slightly and add a dollop of cream cheese filling to each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg