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Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies

These pumpkin cheesecake cookies combine the flavors of pumpkin pie and creamy cheesecake into a convenient, delicious treat. Ideal for fall gatherings or any sweet tooth craving!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 110 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • 1 cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar Packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 4 oz cream cheese Softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until well-blended.
  • In another bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  • Next, mix in the pumpkin puree until the mixture is smooth.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  • Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dollops of the pumpkin cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
  • Using a small spoon or your fingers, make an indentation in the center of each cookie and fill it with a dollop of the cream cheese mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.
You can adjust the spices according to your preference for a spicier or milder taste.
These cookies are also delicious topped with a drizzle of caramel syrup for an added touch of sweetness. Enjoy!