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pumpkin cookies

Delicious fall-inspired pumpkin cookies topped with creamy frosting, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 30
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 tsp ground ginger
  • 0.125 tsp ground cloves
  • 10 Tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in egg and vanilla, then blend in pumpkin.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Scoop dough using a 1.5 Tbsp cookie scoop, spacing cookies 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until cookies are set. Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Frost cooled cookies with cream cheese frosting. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

Enjoy these soft, spiced pumpkin cookies with cream cheese frosting for a perfect fall treat.