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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 these Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies. These delightful treats are soft, chewy, and brimming with the rich essence of pumpkin and warm spices. Perfect for autumn gatherings, Halloween celebrations, or as a comforting snack on a chilly day, these cookies are sure to impress everyone. Topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, they transform into an irresistible dessert that’s both festive and comforting. Gather your loved ones for a fun baking activity and enjoy the sweet aroma wafting through your kitchen as you whip up this easy recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 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 cinnamon-sugar mixture)
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (for cinnamon-sugar mixture)
  • 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. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. 3. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  4. 4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and spices.
  5. 5. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined; refrigerate dough for 30 minutes.
  6. 6. Roll dough into balls, coat in cinnamon-sugar mixture, and place on lined baking sheets.
  7. 7. Flatten slightly and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
  8. 8. Cool completely before frosting with cream cheese mixture.

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