Pumpkin Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Sugar Cookies topped with creamy frosting. These soft, spiced cookies are infused with rich pumpkin and aromatic spices, making them a perfect treat for cozy gatherings or a sweet indulgence just for you. The luscious cream cheese frosting adds a tangy sweetness that elevates each bite. Easy to make, this recipe is ideal for both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of autumn!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add pumpkin puree, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set; cool on wire racks.
- For the frosting, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to achieve a fluffy consistency.
- Frost cooled cookies generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg