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Soft Pumpkin Cookies

Soft Pumpkin Cookies Bursting with Flavor and Creamy Frosting

Indulge in Soft Pumpkin Cookies, rich with spices and topped with creamy frosting, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Both fresh and canned work well.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substituting with whole wheat flour is a healthier option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider using brown sugar for a deeper taste.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (Softened) Unsalted butter gives full control over salt levels.
  • 1 large Egg Can swap with a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Do not substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Necessary for the right cookie texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Infuses cookies with warm fall spices.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Adding nutmeg or ginger can elevate the flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Mascarpone or Greek yogurt can be substitutes.
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Ensures a smooth and creamy finish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Soft Pumpkin Cookies
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Mix in one egg and a splash of vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Incorporate the pumpkin puree and mix until smooth and creamy.
  5. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice in a separate bowl.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
  7. Portion the dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges are golden.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Beat together the cream cheese and softened butter for the frosting, then gradually add powdered sugar until creamy.
  11. Once cookies are cooled, frost each with cream cheese frosting and add decorative sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing once adding flour.

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