Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect autumn treat that combines the comforting taste of pumpkin with a rich, creamy topping. These soft-baked cookies are not only easy to make but also versatile enough for any occasion—from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations. With warm spices and a luscious frosting, every bite is a sweet memory waiting to happen. Enjoy them with your favorite warm beverages or as part of a dessert platter at your next event.
- 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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- 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 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice; set aside.
- In a stand mixer, beat unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix until just combined.
- Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For frosting: Beat cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth; add vanilla and sifted confectioners’ sugar until combined.
- Once cookies are completely cooled, frost them generously and garnish with extra cinnamon if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg