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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 warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Sugar Cookies topped with luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. Soft and chewy, these delightful cookies are infused with pumpkin and warm spices, making them the perfect treat for any autumn gathering or cozy afternoon snack. The rich cream cheese frosting adds a tangy sweetness that beautifully complements the spiced cookie base. Whether you’re celebrating Halloween, Thanksgiving, or simply enjoying a quiet day at home, these cookies will surely impress your guests and bring joy to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 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
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F (175C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  3. Mix in pumpkin puree, egg yolk, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and spices.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Scoop dough onto prepared sheets and bake for 1012 minutes until edges are set.
  7. Cool cookies on a wire rack while you prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth; then mix in powdered sugar and vanilla.
  8. Once cooled completely, frost cookies generously.

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