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Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting

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Soft, fluffy pumpkin cookies topped with creamy cinnamon frosting, perfect for cozy fall days and festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until completely combined.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing—it’s okay if the dough looks a little sticky.
  5. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly puffed. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add the powdered sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk. Mix until smooth, adding more milk if needed until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
  8. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread the cinnamon frosting generously on top using a spatula or piping bag.

Notes

[‘Don’t skip the cooling step to avoid melting the frosting.’, ‘Use room temperature ingredients for better consistency.’, ‘Add a pinch of salt to the frosting to balance sweetness if desired.’, ‘Use a cookie scoop for uniform portions and consistent baking.’, ‘If frosting is too soft, refrigerate cookies for 5-10 minutes after frosting.’]

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Keywords: Pumpkin cookies, Cinnamon frosting, Fall dessert, Easy baking, Seasonal treat

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