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Soft Pumpkin Cookies

Soft Pumpkin Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth This Fall

Enjoy these Soft Pumpkin Cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Can substitute with homemade pumpkin puree.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat can be used for a denser texture.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Must be combined with an acidic ingredient (like pumpkin).
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Can substitute with pumpkin pie spice.
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Optional but recommended for depth.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Use sea salt for a gourmet touch.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (softened) Room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup Sugar Consider a blend of brown and granulated sugar.
  • 1 large Egg Can replace with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure for the best flavor.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with mascarpone.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift before use to avoid lumps.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • spatula
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter and sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, then the pumpkin puree until blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
  6. Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
  8. While cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix well with a splash of vanilla.
  9. Frost the cooled cookies and add any festive decorations if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to maintain a fluffy texture.

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