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Pumpkin Cookies

Delicious Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

Irresistible Pumpkin Cookies with creamy frosting, perfect for autumn gatherings and cozy afternoons.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Ensure it's fresh for best rise
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon Adjust according to spice preference
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg Fresh nutmeg offers richer taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves Can swap with ground ginger
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Opt for fine salt for even distribution
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted butter Can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1 cups Granulated sugar Brown sugar can provide deeper flavor
  • 1 cup Pumpkin puree Avoid using pumpkin pie filling
  • 1 Large Egg Can substitute with flaxseed meal or applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Using pure extract is recommended
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 4 ounces Cream cheese Ensure it's softened for mixing
  • 0.25 cups Unsalted butter Should be softened
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Adjust to sweetness preference
  • 1-2 tablespoons Milk or heavy cream To achieve desired frosting consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually mix in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Carefully incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop dough balls onto the baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
  9. Cool cookies on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Beat together the cream cheese and butter, then mix in powdered sugar and milk to make frosting.
  11. Frost cooled cookies and enjoy!
  12. Optionally, decorate with sprinkles or chopped nuts.
  13. Serve fresh or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1000IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure ingredients are fresh and at room temperature. Customize flavors by adding spices or chocolate chips.

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