Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies topped with creamy frosting. This easy-to-make recipe combines the rich taste of pumpkin and aromatic spices, resulting in soft, chewy cookies that are perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in. The luscious cream cheese frosting adds a sweet and tangy finish, making each bite irresistible. Whether you’re celebrating the season or simply craving a tasty treat, these cookies are sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Cinnamon
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter, pumpkin puree, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt; mix until combined.
- Chill the dough for 25 minutes.
- Roll into balls (1½ to 2 tablespoons each) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 18 minutes until lightly golden but still soft.
- For the frosting: beat softened cream cheese and butter; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
- Frost cooled cookies and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg