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Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting: The Best Fall Treat

Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting

Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting are the perfect treat for fall. These cookies are moist, flavorful, and topped with a delicious cinnamon frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree and eggs, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Let cookies cool completely before frosting.
  9. For the frosting, beat together butter, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and milk until smooth, then spread over cookies.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

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Keywords: Soft Pumpkin Cookies, Cinnamon Frosting, Fall Treats