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Pumpkin Cheesecake Thumbprints

Pumpkin Cheesecake Thumbprints
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Indulge in the warm flavors of autumn with these delightful Pumpkin Cheesecake Thumbprints. Soft, chewy cookies are filled with a luscious cream cheese mixture, enhanced by a hint of pumpkin spice. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons, these treats are not only easy to make but also a wonderful way to impress family and friends. With their inviting aroma and creamy filling, they are sure to become a favorite dessert this season.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice, plus more for sprinkling
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 c. (2 sticks) butter, softened
  • 2/3 c. packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 c. granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 1 c. pumpkin puree
  • 4 tbsp. butter, softened
  • 4 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2 c. powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.
  3. In another bowl, cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla; add pumpkin puree and mix well.
  4. Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Drop tablespoon-sized dough onto prepared sheets.
  5. Bake for 8 minutes; create small indentations in the center of each cookie and return to bake for an additional 7 minutes until golden brown.
  6. For the filling, beat softened butter with cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar until well mixed.
  7. Fill cooled cookies' centers using a pastry bag or zip-top bag before sprinkling with pumpkin spice.

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