Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of autumn with these delightful Pumpkin Cookies topped with a creamy frosting. Each bite offers a soft and pillowy texture, perfectly complemented by the tangy sweetness of cream cheese frosting. This simple recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, making it a beloved staple in any kitchen. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a sweet treat, these pumpkin cookies are sure to bring smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 1/4 cups canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 8 ounces block-style cream cheese (softened but still cool)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened but still cool)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar (sifted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Cream room temperature butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Mix in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; mix just until combined.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until edges are set; cool on wire racks.
- For frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; add vanilla and sifted confectioners’ sugar and mix well.
- Frost cooled cookies generously and sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 162
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 24mg