Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect treat that captures the essence of fall. These soft, pillowy cookies are infused with the warm flavors of pumpkin and aromatic spices, making them an irresistible addition to any gathering or cozy afternoon snack. Topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting, they offer a sweet and creamy finish that complements their rich flavor perfectly. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, these cookies will impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 1/4 cups canned pumpkin puree
1 large egg (room temperature)
For frosting: 8 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside.
In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla; mix until combined.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 13-15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
Cool cookies on a wire rack before frosting with cream cheese frosting made by beating together softened cream cheese and butter with vanilla and confectioners’ sugar.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 120
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Chilling the dough for about 30 minutes can help prevent spread during baking. Feel free to add chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture.