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Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the delightful experience of soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting that melt in your mouth! This easy recipe combines the warmth of pumpkin and spices with a rich, creamy frosting, making it perfect for fall gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Whether enjoyed as a sweet treat after dinner or paired with coffee for an afternoon snack, these cookies are bound to impress. With their pillowy softness and delightful flavor, you’ll find them irresistible. Plus, they’re simple to make, allowing bakers of all skill levels to join in on the fun. Get ready to share 30 scrumptious cookies that will have everyone asking for seconds!

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 (plus extra for sprinkling)
  • 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

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream together unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla; mix until combined.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  6. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until edges are set but cookies remain soft.
  7. Let cool before frosting with cream cheese frosting.

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