Description
Indulge in the flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Pie Cookies that seamlessly blend the beloved tastes of pumpkin pie into a thick and chewy cookie form. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies feature a crisp bottom and a luscious filling that will wow your guests. Enhanced with warm spices and balanced sweetness, they are set to become a staple on your dessert table. Easy to make and visually appealing, these cookies are perfect for sharing during the holidays or enjoying alongside your favorite hot beverage.
Ingredients
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- 2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 oz cream cheese
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup coarse sugar for rolling
- 1 large egg (for filling)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- pinch table salt
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin spice
- ¼ cup whole milk
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉ and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, mix flour, pumpkin spice, and salt. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually add sugars, egg yolk, and vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients into wet mixture until just mixed.
- Shape dough into balls, roll in coarse sugar, and place on baking sheet.
- For the filling: whisk together egg, brown sugar, salt, spices, milk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla until smooth.
- Press down center of each cookie ball and fill with the mixture.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (37g)
- Calories: 151
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 31mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Chill dough for 30 minutes to maintain shape while baking. Customize by adding chocolate chips or nuts.