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Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting – Best Fall Treats

Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting
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These soft pumpkin cookies topped with cinnamon frosting are the perfect fall treat, combining seasonal flavors with a delightful texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 tbsp milk (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the pumpkin, egg, and vanilla to the sugar mixture and mix well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set. Allow cooling on a wire rack.
  8. For the frosting, whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth and creamy.
  9. Frost the cooled cookies and serve.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add nuts or chocolate chips to the cookie dough.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft.

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Keywords: pumpkin cookies, cinnamon frosting, fall treats

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