Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies (Printer-Friendly Version)
Soft, dense pumpkin spice sugar cookies topped with creamy, tangy frosting and warm autumn spices.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1/3 cup canned pumpkin puree
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 large egg
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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Ground cinnamon, for sprinkling
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/4 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Steps to Follow:
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Set the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C).
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In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Add all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until a uniform cookie dough forms.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 25 minutes to firm up.
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Remove the dough from the refrigerator. Portion into 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoon-sized balls and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing evenly to yield 12-14 cookies.
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Bake the cookies for 18 minutes until edges are set and lightly golden.
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While baking, beat softened cream cheese and butter in a medium bowl until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
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Allow baked cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Spread approximately one tablespoon of cream cheese frosting atop each cookie and lightly sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for garnish.
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Enjoy these soft, spiced pumpkin cookies with tangy frosting as a seasonal treat.
# Additional Tips:
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Chilling the dough prevents spreading and enhances cookie texture.