Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Delight in warm, fluffy pumpkin cookies topped with rich cream cheese frosting. A perfect autumn treat that brings comfort and joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Base
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy and smooth.
- Mix in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cooling and Frosting
- Allow cookies to cool completely before adding the frosting.
Frosting Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
- Frost the cooled cookies with the cream cheese frosting.
Notes
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. Consider using flavored cream cheese for the frosting for a twist.