Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting—a seasonal treat that perfectly combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with a creamy, sweet topping. Soft and fluffy, these cookies are ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy night in. Each bite offers a pillowy texture, complemented by rich cream cheese frosting that enhances the overall flavor. With their easy preparation and generous yield, these cookies are sure to become a new favorite among friends and family alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups (312 g) 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 (170 g) unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 1/4 cups (305 g) canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 8 ounces (226 g) block-style cream cheese (softened but still cool)
- 1/4 cup (56 g) unsalted butter (softened but still cool)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups (210 g) confectioners’ sugar (sifted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat butter with sugars until fluffy. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until edges are set but cookies remain soft. Cool on wire rack.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; add vanilla and confectioners’ sugar until combined.
- Frost cooled cookies and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg