Description
Easy Frosted Pumpkin Cookies are the ultimate fall treat, capturing the cozy essence of autumn in every bite. These soft and fluffy cookies are infused with rich pumpkin and warm spices, then generously topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or a casual family dessert, this recipe is designed for bakers of all levels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy; mix in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets; bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool on wire racks before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg