Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies are the ultimate fall treat, merging the nostalgic flavors of pumpkin pie with rich cheesecake. These soft, chewy cookies are infused with warm spices and a creamy filling, making them perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting snack on a chilly day. With their inviting aroma and delightful taste, these cookies will surely become a seasonal favorite, bringing joy to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth.
- Mix in pumpkin puree and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg