Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies topped with rich Cream Cheese Frosting. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with cozy spices and pumpkin puree, making them a perfect treat for autumn gatherings or a sweet pick-me-up during the week. The creamy frosting adds a luscious finish, balancing the flavors beautifully. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this simple recipe is quick to whip up, allowing you to savor the essence of the season in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Cinnamon (for sprinkling)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, pumpkin puree, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Chill dough for 25 minutes to prevent spreading.
- Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 18 minutes until lightly golden but still soft.
- Cool cookies and prepare frosting by whipping cream cheese and butter; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Frost cooled cookies and sprinkle with cinnamon before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg