Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies are a delicious fall-inspired treat that combines the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake with the warm flavors of pumpkin and spice. Soft, chewy, and packed with flavor, these cookies are perfect for autumn.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the cookie dough: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
- Assemble the cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet. Press a small indentation into the center of each cookie and fill it with a small amount of the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
- If you like your cookies spicier, add a pinch of cloves or allspice.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free cream cheese and butter alternatives.
- Adding chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the dough can enhance the flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
