Description
Indulge in the essence of fall with these Soft Pumpkin Cookies, perfectly fluffy and cake-like. Infused with aromatic pumpkin spice and topped with a creamy cinnamon frosting, these cookies are ideal for autumn gatherings or as a cozy treat on chilly days. Each bite delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, making them a must-try this season. Simple to make and irresistibly delicious, these cookies will become a favorite for both young and old.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- For the Frosting: cream cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugars until light; add egg and vanilla, then mix in pumpkin puree.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons onto baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; cool on wire racks.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; mix in powdered sugar and spices.
- Once cookies are cool, frost generously and garnish with additional cinnamon if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (32g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 68mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg