Description

Experience the warm essence of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cookies topped with Cream Cheese Frosting. Soft, pillowy, and bursting with pumpkin flavor, these cookies create a comforting treat that everyone will love. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this easy-to-follow recipe requires minimal baking skills, making it ideal for both beginners and seasoned bakers alike. The creamy frosting adds just the right touch of sweetness, enhancing the spiced pumpkin goodness. Once you try these cookies, they’ll surely become a staple in your baking repertoire!

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups (312 g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice (plus extra for sprinkling)
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (170 g) unsalted butter (room temperature)
3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar
1 1/4 cups (305 g) canned pumpkin puree
1 large egg (room temperature)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
8 ounces (226 g) block-style cream cheese (softened but still cool)
¼ cup (56 g) unsalted butter (softened but still cool)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups (210 g) confectioners’ sugar (sifted)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
In a mixer bowl, beat the butter and sugars until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla to the creamed mixture; mix until combined.
Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheet about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 13-15 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
Cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
For frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add sifted confectioners’ sugar and vanilla.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 130
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg