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Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies

Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe. These delightful cookies are soft, chewy, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that makes them a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, these pumpkin-infused delights will bring smiles to everyone. The combination of warm spices and creamy frosting creates a comforting experience that evokes the essence of autumn in every bite. Easy to make and customizable, these cookies are sure to become a cherished addition to your baking routine.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ⅓ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ginger
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (for rolling)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • ¼ tsp salt (for frosting)
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Chill dough for 30 minutes before shaping into balls and rolling in cinnamon-sugar.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese mixture.

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