Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Frosting (Print Version)
Pillowy autumn spiced cookies topped with silky cream cheese frosting - a perfect seasonal treat for pumpkin lovers.
# Ingredients:
→ Cookies
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1 cup butter, softened
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1 cup sugar
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1 cup pumpkin purée
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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3 cups flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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2 tsp cinnamon
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1/2 tsp nutmeg
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1/2 tsp ginger
→ Frosting
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup icing sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the pumpkin purée, vanilla extract, and egg. Mix until smooth and well-incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
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Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
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Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a greased or lined baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
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While the cookies are baking, beat the butter until smooth and creamy. Add in the cream cheese and beat until silky smooth.
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Slowly mix in the icing sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until light and fluffy.
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Once the cookies are completely cooled, generously spread the cream cheese frosting on top. Optionally, sprinkle with cinnamon for extra flair.
# Additional Notes:
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Make sure cookies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.