Description

These pumpkin cookies are a delightful treat with their irresistible flavor and creamy frosting. Simple to make, they’re perfect for gatherings or a cozy dessert at home.

Ingredients

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1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 cup butter softened
8 ounces cream cheese softened
4 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup fall sprinkles

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Instructions

In a large bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Incorporate baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, kosher salt, and all-purpose flour into the mixture, stirring until just combined.
Cover the dough and chill for at least one hour, or up to eight hours for better flavor.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick mat.
Drop 2 tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving two inches of space between each cookie.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until cookies are set and edges are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool for five minutes on the sheet before transferring them to a cooling rack. Repeat with remaining batter, letting cookies cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough enhances the flavor and texture of the cookies.
For a fun touch, mix different sprinkles into the frosting or on top of the cookies after frosting.
Ensure that cream cheese is softened for easy blending with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg