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Pumpkin Spice Cookies With Cream Cheese Frosting

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A cozy autumn treat that’s perfect for making memories or simply savoring a moment of sweet indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp pumpkin spice blend
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice blend.
  3. Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add in the egg and pumpkin puree: Next, beat in the egg, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Combine wet and dry: Gradually mix in the dry ingredient mixture until it’s just combined.
  6. Scoop the dough: Using a cookie scoop or spoons, drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool: Once done, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool.
  9. Make the frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, and sifted powdered sugar until it’s smooth and creamy.
  10. Frost the cookies: Once the cookies are cooled, spread a generous dollop of cream cheese frosting on each one.

Notes

These cookies are perfect for any autumn gathering! Serve with warm spiced cider or coffee.

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Keywords: pumpkin spice, cookies, autumn, dessert

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