Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cookies topped with creamy frosting. Soft, tender, and bursting with pumpkin goodness, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy night in or a festive gathering. With their easy-to-follow recipe, you can whip up a batch that will surely impress family and friends alike. The warm spices combined with the luscious cream cheese frosting create a treat that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as a make-ahead dessert to savor throughout the week!

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)
1/4 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 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
In another bowl, beat room-temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake for 13-15 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft.
Allow cookies to cool before frosting with cream cheese mixture (butter, cream cheese, vanilla, confectioners’ sugar).

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg