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Discover the Secret Flavor! Recipe

Discover the Secret Flavor! Recipe
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These Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices, making a perfect fall-inspired treat that’s soft, flavorful, and easy to make.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature while you prepare the dough.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, softened cream cheese, and egg to the creamed mixture. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
  5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them adequately to allow for spreading during baking.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
  8. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set perfectly.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor and texture, consider folding in chocolate chips or chopped nuts into the dough before baking.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.
  • These cookies freeze well; store them in a freezer-safe container for up to three months and thaw before serving.

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Keywords: Pumpkin cookies, cheesecake cookies, fall dessert, pumpkin spice, soft cookies, autumn treats

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