Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the delightful experience of these Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting. With their soft, pillowy texture and rich flavor from pumpkin puree and warm spices, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply enjoying a cozy evening at home, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress your family and friends alike. Topped with a creamy frosting that can be customized to your liking, these treats are not just tasty—they’re visually appealing as well, making them ideal for sharing. Bake a batch today and savor the warmth of autumn in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 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 (1 brick or 226 g) block-style cream cheese (softened but still cool)
- ¼ 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 mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, beat room temperature butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract to the mixture; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; the dough will be slightly sticky.
- Use a medium cookie scoop to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until cookies are set around the edges but still fluffy.
- Allow cookies to cool before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg