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Pumpkin Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with these delightful Pumpkin Sugar Cookies topped with creamy frosting. Soft and spiced, each cookie is a perfect balance of sweetness and tang, making them an ideal treat for gatherings or a simple afternoon snack. The warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves evoke the essence of fall, while the rich cream cheese frosting adds an irresistible finish. With easy preparation and a generous yield, these cookies are sure to bring joy to any occasion—whether shared with friends or packaged as thoughtful gifts.

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 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

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in pumpkin puree, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
  6. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set; let cool on a rack.
  8. For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
  9. Frost cooled cookies generously.

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