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Pumpkin Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Irresistible Pumpkin Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delight in these Pumpkin Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting, which embody the cozy essence of fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Christmas Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Pumpkin puree Adds moisture and a rich, comforting flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies to perfection.
  • ½ cup Brown sugar Provides depth and caramel flavor.
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Brings richness; soften well!
  • 1 large Egg yolk Acts as a binding agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Infuses a warm, sweet aroma.
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Forms the base of the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Helps the cookies rise.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances out the sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Brings a warm, spicy note.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground nutmeg Adds a hint of earthiness.
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground cloves Imparts a warm, aromatic quality.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Creates a creamy texture; soften for mixing.
  • ¼ cup Unsalted butter Adds rich flavor.
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Sweetens and thickens the frosting.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • a pinch Salt Balances the sweetness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; stir until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Gradually mix into the pumpkin mixture.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12 minutes until puffy with set edges. Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
  8. Once the cookies have cooled completely, frost each cookie generously.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container; they stay fresh for up to 5 days.

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