Description

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Sugar Cookies topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to casual cozy nights at home. Each cookie is soft and chewy, infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, while the frosting adds a rich sweetness that complements the pumpkin perfectly. Easy to make and customizable, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike!

Ingredients

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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup pumpkin puree
1 egg yolk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/8 tsp ground cloves
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix in pumpkin puree, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set. Allow cooling on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
For frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy. Frost cooled cookies generously.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 120
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg