Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting
Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting are the perfect autumn treat, bringing warmth and coziness to your home. These soft, fluffy cookies, enhanced with a creamy cinnamon frosting, create a delightful experience that’s ideal for gatherings or simply enjoying at home. With their rich pumpkin flavor and inviting aroma, these cookies are sure to become a seasonal favorite.
- 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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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture until just mixed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until slightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool before preparing the frosting by mixing softened butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
- Frost cooled cookies generously with cinnamon frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - To keep cookies soft, avoid overbaking; remove from oven when set but still soft. - For added texture, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts. - For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.