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Soft Pumpkin Cookies + Cinnamon Frosting

Irresistibly Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Dreamy Cinnamon Frosting

Delight in these Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting, capturing the essence of fall in every bite.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Freshly grated for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Adjust sweetness as needed
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Do not use fresh pumpkin
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with flax egg for vegan
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract Use high-quality
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust sweetness as desired
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Or heavy cream for consistency

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

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

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened at room temperature and avoid overmixing to maintain cookie texture. Consider chilling dough for improved results.

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