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The season of fall brings a delightful array of flavors, and pumpkin is undoubtedly the star attraction. These Pumpkin Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting capture the essence of autumn in every bite. Crafted to be both comforting and indulgent, they work beautifully for any occasion. The combination of soft, chewy texture and the warmth of spices like cinnamon and nutmeg makes them particularly enchanting.

Pumpkin Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

These delightful pumpkin sugar cookies are soft and chewy, topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, making them a perfect fall treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add pumpkin puree, egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  • Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • Spread cream cheese frosting on cooled cookies, allowing it to overflow slightly.
  • Sprinkle with ground cinnamon if desired and serve.

Notes

For a festive touch, garnish with small pumpkin decorations or edible fall leaves.
Keyword baking, cookies, dessert, fall, frosting, pumpkin, sweet