Pumpkin Pie Thumbprint Cookies

Thumbprint cookies are named after the thumbprint indentation made in the center of each cookie, which is traditionally filled with jam. In this recipe, the indentation is filled with a creamy pumpkin pie-inspired filling.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Pumpkin Pie Thumbprint Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Pumpkin pie spice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Canned pumpkin puree
• 4 ounce Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the pumpkin puree.
4. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Use your thumb to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
5. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Spoon a small amount of the cream cheese mixture into each indentation.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.