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Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Each cookie is like a warm hug, capturing the essence of fall in every bite. The soft, moist texture combined with that rich frosting is truly a match made in dessert heaven.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 217kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 6 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  • Gradually fold in the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, ensuring they're well incorporated but not overmixed.
  • Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten them slightly with the back of the spoon. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of frosting on each cookie.
  • Enjoy these delightful cookies with a cup of tea or coffee. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 140mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 1915IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg