Frosted Pumpkin Cookies Recipe
These Frosted Pumpkin Cookies are soft, moist, and packed with warm autumn spices, topped with a creamy, sweet frosting. Perfect for fall and holiday gatherings, these cookies offer a delightful blend of pumpkin flavor and spice, finished with a smooth frosting that enhances every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookie Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves). Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the pumpkin puree, mixing until just combined.
- Shape and Bake the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the cookies to cool completely on wire racks.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and gradually mix in the powdered sugar until the frosting is creamy and spreadable.
- Frost the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of frosting on each one using a knife or piping bag. Let the frosting set slightly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cookies are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- You can store frosted cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Adjust the spices to your taste for a more or less intense flavor.
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