Snickerdoodle Pumpkin Cheesecake Delights

Here’s a more conversational and streamlined version of the pumpkin cheesecake snickerdoodles recipe:

Pumpkin Cheesecake Snickerdoodles: A Delightful Twist on a Classic Cookie

These pumpkin cheesecake snickerdoodles are a delightful twist on the classic snickerdoodle cookie. They’re incredibly soft and filled with a tangy cream cheese that’s sure to impress anyone who tries them. If you’re a pumpkin fan, these cookies are a must-try!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• For the Cookie Dough:

  • All-purpose flour
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Cinnamon
  • Nutmeg
  • Unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • Granulated sugar
  • Brown sugar
  • Pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
  • Egg (room temperature)
  • Vanilla extract

• For the Cream Cheese Filling:

  • Cream cheese (softened)
  • Sugar
  • Vanilla extract

• For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

  • Sugar
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Ground ginger
  • Allspice

How to Make Them:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
   • In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugars until fluffy. Mix in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients until just combined. Chill the dough for an hour.

2. Make the Filling:

   • Blend the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla together. Chill this mixture as well.

3. Shape and Bake:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
   • Mix the coating ingredients in a small bowl.
   • Take a tablespoon of dough, flatten it, and place a teaspoon of cream cheese filling in the center. Cover with another flattened tablespoon of dough, seal the edges, and roll it into a ball.
   • Roll the ball in the cinnamon sugar coating and place on the baking sheet.
   • Flatten slightly and bake for 10-15 minutes until the tops start to crack.

Enjoy Your Cookies!

These cookies are perfect for any fall gathering or just a cozy night in. Make sure to store any leftovers in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese.

This version of the recipe is designed to be easy to follow, using everyday language that makes baking feel less like a chore and more like fun!