Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Baking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Whisk together and set aside.
- Cream butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Gradually add sugars and mix until creamy.
- Mix in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Gradually add dry mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes if desired.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-14 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are set. Rotate sheets halfway through.
- Allow to cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until desired thickness.
- Mix in ground cinnamon and vanilla extract. Add milk if the frosting is too thick.
- Frost each cooled cookie generously with the cinnamon frosting.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure butter is softened at room temperature and avoid overmixing to maintain cookie texture. Consider chilling dough for improved results.