Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
• Add pumpkin puree and mix until well combined.
• In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
• In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and set aside.
• Scoop a tablespoon of dough, add a teaspoon of cream cheese, then cover with more dough and roll into a ball.
• Roll the cookie balls in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon, then place them on the prepared baking sheets.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden. Let them cool on a wire rack.