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Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies have a buttery graham cracker base that holds a creamy cheesecake filling. Packed with plenty of pumpkin, cinnamon, and fall flavors, these treats are perfect for easy entertaining and seasonal parties.

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Base:

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (1 stick) plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon powdered ginger
  • pinch of nutmeg

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • pinch of salt
  • caramel sauce for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together the graham cracker crumbs, flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Cookie Dough: Beat butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add sugar and cream until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, pumpkin, and spices. Gradually add dry mixture and mix until combined.
  3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy. Add sugar, pumpkin, and spices and mix until light and creamy.
  4. Assemble the Cookies: Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Scoop dough into balls, make a well in each, and fill with cheesecake mixture.
  5. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and set. Allow to cool before serving.
  6. Serve: Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired before serving.

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