Description

Experience the delightful essence of fall with our Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe. These cookies are the perfect combination of soft, tender texture and warm spices, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a family gathering or enjoying a cozy evening at home, these cookies will bring smiles to everyone around. Plus, this recipe offers a simple and fun baking experience that allows both kids and adults to join in on the fun of shaping and decorating. With easy-to-find ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll be enjoying these delicious pumpkin treats in no time!

Ingredients

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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup pumpkin puree
1 large egg (room temperature)
1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp cinnamon
⅓ tsp salt
¼ tsp ginger
¼ tsp nutmeg
⅓ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
½ tsp cinnamon (for coating)
8 oz cream cheese (softened) (for frosting)
4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened) (for frosting)
½ tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
¼ tsp salt (for frosting)
2 ½ cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and nutmeg.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; mix until smooth. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
Prepare a sugar and cinnamon mixture in a small bowl.
Roll chilled dough into balls and coat with the sugar mixture before placing on lined baking sheets.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly browned; cool completely.
For frosting: beat together cream cheese and butter; gradually add powdered sugar until smooth.
Frost cooled cookies generously.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 120
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg