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Creamy Pumpkin Pie Cookies

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These soft, cake-like pumpkin cookies are packed with warm spices and topped with a creamy spiced frosting, making them the perfect nostalgic treat for fall parties and cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Spiced Frosting:
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. The dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
  6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough (about 1 1/2 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges look set and the centers are puffed and slightly golden.
  8. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy. Add milk or cream and beat until spreadable.
  10. Once cookies are completely cool, spread a generous dollop of frosting on each. Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg on top if desired.

Notes

For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 20-30 minutes before baking. If the frosting is too runny, add more powdered sugar; if too thick, add a splash of milk. Cookies can be made gluten-free or vegan with simple swaps. Let cookies cool fully before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.

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