Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting
Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting are the ultimate fall indulgence, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with a velvety cinnamon frosting. Each bite offers a soft, chewy texture that perfectly complements the rich, creamy topping. Whether you’re celebrating the season or simply craving a delicious treat, these cookies will fill your kitchen with cozy aromas and delight everyone who tries them!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened, for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in pumpkin puree until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets and bake for about 12-15 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- For frosting, beat together powdered sugar, cream cheese, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Once cookies cool completely, frost generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg