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Soft Pumpkin Cookies: Best Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe to Try

Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Deliciously soft and fluffy pumpkin cookies topped with creamy cheese frosting for the ultimate fall treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
  3. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops are soft.
  8. Let cookies cool completely before frosting.
  9. For frosting, beat cream cheese with butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.
  10. Spread frosting over cooled cookies and serve.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain softness.
  • For added flavor, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top of the frosting.

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Keywords: Soft Pumpkin Cookies, Cream Cheese Frosting, Pumpkin Dessert, Fall Recipes

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