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Pumpkin Cookies

Indulgent Pumpkin Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These pumpkin cookies are the ultimate autumn treat, melting in your mouth with each flavorful bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides richness; substitute with margarine if needed.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness; no substitutions recommended.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Packed; can use dark for a deeper taste.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients together; no alternative suggested.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla is preferred.
  • 15 oz Pumpkin Puree Not pumpkin pie filling.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blend can be used.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Increase for bolder flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans Optional; can substitute with chocolate chips.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter for Frosting Keep as is.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for Frosting
  • 1-2 tablespoons Milk or Cream Adjust for consistency.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • baking sheets
  • Cookie scoop
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl for 3-5 minutes.
  2. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Follow with vanilla extract and pumpkin puree.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, mixing gently. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden; allow to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating together cream cheese and butter, then mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  10. Frost the cooled cookies generously and serve, optionally adding extra toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential for achieving the melt-in-your-mouth texture.

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