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Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in the warmth of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting. Each cookie is soft, pillowy, and infused with the rich flavors of pumpkin and warm spices, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. Topped with creamy, smooth frosting, these cookies melt in your mouth and are ideal for cozy gatherings or as an afternoon snack. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they will quickly become a favorite in your household.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x

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 (1 brick or 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)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice; set aside.
  3. Using a stand mixer, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla; mix until combined.
  4. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; dough should be sticky.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  6. Cool on the pan briefly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For the frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; add vanilla and sifted confectioners’ sugar until combined.
  8. Once cookies are cooled, frost generously and sprinkle additional pumpkin pie spice if desired.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Dough can be chilled if too sticky before scooping. Customize by incorporating nuts or chocolate chips into the dough.

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