Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies With Cream Cheese

"There’s something about rolling cookie dough in cinnamon sugar that feels like kitchen magic. These gluten free pumpkin cookies bake up with a crisp, caramelized shell that gives way to a soft, spiced interior and a creamy surprise in the middle. Unlike other pumpkin cookies that can veer toward cakey or overly spiced, this version strikes the right balance. Think thumbprint cookies—but instead of jam, each little crater holds a sweet, tangy cheesecake filling. They’re part cozy fall cookie, part bite-sized dessert plate, and 100% worth making. The dough itself carries warm pumpkin pie spice, while the coating is just cinnamon and sugar. That little tweak keeps nutmeg and clove from taking over, letting the pumpkin flavor shine. And here’s another secret to success: start with room temperature butter, eggs, and cream cheese so everything whips together smoothly."

Preparation Time17 min

Chilling Time1 hr 5 min

Cooking Time8 min

Cooking MethodOven