Description
Indulge in the warm embrace of autumn with these delightful Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies. Bursting with rich pumpkin flavor and a luscious cheesecake filling, these cookies are a must-try for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home. Their unique blend of soft and slightly crunchy textures makes each bite an irresistible treat. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite spices, these cookies are sure to impress everyone at your table. Whether you enjoy them with coffee, turn them into ice cream sandwiches, or drizzle them with caramel sauce, Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies are destined to become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
- 115 g cream cheese
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 110 g butter
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 100 g dark brown sugar
- 120 g pumpkin purée
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 240 g all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice powder
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg powder
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 50 g granulated sugar (for rolling cookies)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for rolling cookies)
- 1/8 tsp ground allspice (for rolling cookies)
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg (for rolling cookies)
- 1/8 tsp ground ginger (for rolling cookies)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat butter with granulated and dark brown sugars until fluffy. Add pumpkin purée, egg, and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and spices with baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
- Portion dough onto a lined baking sheet; make an indentation in each ball and fill with cheesecake mixture before topping with more dough.
- Roll in a cinnamon-sugar mixture before baking at 350°F (175°C) for about 12 minutes until golden on edges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for smooth mixing. Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies. Feel free to add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor!