Description
Indulge in the warmth of fall with these irresistible pumpkin cheesecake cookies. Soft, creamy, and bursting with delightful pumpkin and spice flavors, these cookies are perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat any day. Whether you’re preparing for Thanksgiving or simply craving something delicious, this easy recipe will become a favorite in your baking lineup.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree and sugar until smooth. Add softened cream cheese and blend until creamy.
- Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the pumpkin mixture one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients with a spatula until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft.
- Allow to cool slightly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg