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Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting: A Cozy Fall Treat

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Indulge in these soft pumpkin cookies topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, perfect for the fall season.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter until smooth.
  3. Beat in the cream cheese, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden.
  8. Allow to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the dough.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg