Pumpkin Cheesecake Sugar Cookies! Episode 134

Preheat the oven to 375°F according to the sugar cookie mix package directions.

Soften 1 stick of butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds until it's soft but not melted.

Add 1 egg to the softened butter.

Mix in the sugar cookie mix until combined, using a fork.

Prepare a muffin tin with cupcake liners or cooking spray if not using liners.

Form balls of dough approximately 1 1/4 inches in diameter and press them into the bottom of the muffin tin.

For the filling, mix 4 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup of white sugar, 1/2 cup of pumpkin, and 3/4 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice until combined.

Spoon the filling onto each cookie base, starting with a small amount and adding more as needed.

Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, checking for golden brown edges.

Once baked, top the cookies with vanilla frosting and sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg on top.

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens