Description

These Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting deliver a delightful flavor with every bite. Their simple preparation features cozy spices and creamy frosting, making them perfect for gatherings or a sweet home treat.

Ingredients

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1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 cup butter softened
8 ounces cream cheese softened
4 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup fall sprinkles

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Instructions

Combine pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
In the same bowl, add baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, kosher salt, and all-purpose flour. Mix until just combined.
Cover the bowl and chill the dough for a minimum of one hour, or up to eight hours for better flavor.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper or a non-stick mat.
Scoop 2 tablespoons of batter per cookie onto the baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are set and the edges are lightly golden brown.
Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Continue with the remaining batter and let cookies cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the batter.
Chilling the dough is essential for better texture and prevents spreading during baking.
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 210
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg