If you’re looking for a festive and delicious addition to your holiday cookie exchange, Christmas Pumpkin Pie Cookies are a must-try! These delightful cookies combine the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie with the ease of a simple cookie recipe. They’re perfect for Christmas but versatile enough to enjoy year-round.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
These are incredibly easy to make, even for novice bakers. With just a few pantry staples and a dash of holiday spices, you can whip up a batch in no time. Their soft, chewy texture and warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin make them irresistible to kids and adults alike. Plus, they travel well, making them an excellent choice for cookie swaps or holiday gatherings.
Perfect for Any Occasion
While these cookies shine during the holidays, they’re a treat worth enjoying year-round. Whether you’re hosting a family get-together or craving something special with your coffee, Christmas Pumpkin Pie Cookies are guaranteed to impress.
Christmas Pumpkin Pie Cookies
Ingredients
Cookie Base and Topping
- 1 pouch Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix
- ¼ cup butter
- 4 oz cream cheese
Pumpkin Filling
- 3 oz cream cheese well-softened
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp pumpkin canned
- 2 tsp All-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spic
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Generously spray the bottoms and sides of 24 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray.
- Place cookie mix in large bowl.
- Cut in butter and 4 oz cream cheese, using pastry blender or fork, until mixture is crumbly. (Do not overmix.)
- Reserve 1 cup cookie mixture for topping; set aside.
- Firmly press 2 tablespoons of the remaining cookie mixture evenly into the bottom of each muffin cup.
- In small bowl, add 3 oz cream cheese and stir until smooth.
- Add remaining pumpkin filling ingredients; mix well.
- Place 1 rounded teaspoon pumpkin filling in center of each cookie.
- Sprinkle each with 2 teaspoons reserved cookie topping.
- Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until edges of cookies are golden brown.
- Cool completely in pan, about 30 minutes.
- Run metal spatula around edge of cookies in
Nutrition
Nutrition information has been calculated using an autogenerating online calculation and is intended for informational purposes. For accurate nutritional information, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used.
Great for Gift Giving
Gifting cookies is a thoughtful and delightful gesture. Use decorative packaging, like tins, mason jars, or themed boxes, lined with parchment or wax paper for freshness. Add a personal touch with handwritten notes, recipe cards, or ribbon accents. For special occasions, customize cookies with frosting or shapes. Whether shared in person or sent, cookies make a sweet, heartfelt gift that’s always appreciated.
Thank you to Betty Crocker for extending an offer to post this recipe.
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