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Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting: The Best Fall Treat

Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting
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These soft pumpkin cookies topped with a rich cinnamon frosting are the perfect treat for fall. They’re moist, flavorful, and sure to be a hit at any gathering!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 2 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, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg and pumpkin puree until well blended.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on wire racks.
  9. Prepare the cinnamon frosting by beating together softened butter, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and milk until smooth. Frost cooled cookies.

Notes

  • Feel free to add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Soft Pumpkin Cookies, Cinnamon Frosting, Fall Treat

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