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Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting

Soft, spiced pumpkin cookies topped with a creamy cinnamon frosting - The Best fall treats
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 egg room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Cinnamon Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2-3 tbsp milk adjust for desired consistency
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree. Mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
  5. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely on wire racks.
  7. For the frosting: In a bowl, beat softened butter, powdered sugar, cinnamon, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Spread over cooled cookies.
  8. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

These pumpkin cookies are soft, flavorful, and perfect for fall gatherings. Don’t forget to save this recipe to your Pinterest board for easy access later!