Pumpkin Snickerdoodles with Cream Cheese Filling
Delightful pumpkin snickerdoodles with cream cheese filling that blend fall flavors with sweet indulgence, perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree Use fresh or canned, but avoid pumpkin pie filling.
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour Spoon into measuring cup to avoid packing.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure at room temperature.
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Rolling the Cookies
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Making the Filling
- In a separate bowl, prepare the cream cheese filling by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
Assembling the Cookies
- Scoop out a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly.
- Place a teaspoon of cream cheese filling in the center and top with another tablespoon of dough, sealing the filling inside.
- Roll the filled cookie in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon to coat.
- Place each cookie on the prepared baking sheets, leaving enough space between them.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges turn lightly golden.
- Allow them to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Serve on a festive platter and pair with warm beverages. You can drizzle with caramel or chocolate for added flavor.