Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies
Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies are the ultimate autumn indulgence, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with a rich cream cheese filling. These soft, chewy cookies capture the essence of fall in every bite, making them perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. Easy to make and delightful to share, they are sure to become a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and cinnamon until combined.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree and egg until smooth. Add softened cream cheese and blend until creamy.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
- Drop tablespoon-sized dollops of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. Cool on the sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg