Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies

Instructions

1. 1In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
2. 2In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Mix in the pumpkin puree, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
3. 3Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients just until a soft dough forms. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. 4Beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until completely smooth, then keep the filling chilled.
5. 5Preheat the oven to 350°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment. Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough, flatten it in your palm, add 1 teaspoon of filling, and seal the dough around it. Roll into a ball and place 2 inches apart.
6. 6Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops look matte. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then move to a rack.
7. 7Cool completely so the cheesecake centers set. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

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