Description
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies are delicately spiced and feature a rich cheesecake swirl, perfect for fall.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking…: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter,…: In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract: Add in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet…: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine softened cream cheese…: In a separate bowl, combine softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Using a cookie scoop, place dollops of the…: Using a cookie scoop, place dollops of the pumpkin cookie mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space in between.
- Using a small spoon, drop a small amount…: Using a small spoon, drop a small amount of the cream cheese mixture on top of each cookie. Swirl gently with a toothpick to create a marbled effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes…: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the…: Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the cookie dough.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg