Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting. Soft and pillowy, each cookie is infused with aromatic spices and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that perfectly balances sweetness and richness. Imagine the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen as they bake, creating an inviting atmosphere for family and friends. Whether you’re gathering for a holiday celebration or simply enjoying a cozy evening at home, these cookies are sure to be a hit. They’re quick to make, easy to share, and even easier to love—perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings anytime.
- 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)
- 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 bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft. Cool on a wire rack.
- For frosting, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; add vanilla and sifted confectioners’ sugar until combined.
- Once cookies are cooled, frost generously and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg