Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies are a deliciously soft and chewy treat that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin with a creamy cheesecake filling. Perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights in, these cookies are infused with spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a delightful aroma that fills your kitchen. Easy to make and irresistibly tasty, they promise to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time followed by pumpkin puree and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just mixed.
- In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese with a bit of sugar until smooth.
- Drop cookie dough onto prepared sheets; top each mound with cream cheese filling.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg