Description
Delightful cookies that combine warm pumpkin spice with a creamy cheesecake center, perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp pumpkin purée
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (optional, for extra fall flavor)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (for rolling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat together cream cheese, sugar, pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until smooth. Scoop small dollops (about 1 teaspoon each) onto a parchment-lined plate. Freeze for at least 30 minutes, until firm.
- Make the Sugar Cookie Dough: Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Assemble the Stuffed Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of cookie dough, flatten it slightly, and place a frozen cheesecake dollop in the center. Wrap the dough around it, sealing the edges. Roll each stuffed cookie ball in a spiced sugar mixture.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are set. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Best served warm or at room temperature; pairs well with coffee or tea. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: pumpkin cookies, cheesecake cookies, fall desserts, holiday baking, easy cookies