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Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies

Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe. These cookies are irresistibly soft, boasting a perfect blend of pumpkin puree and warm spices that create a cozy treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet evening at home, these cookies are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Topped with creamy frosting and sprinkled with cinnamon, they offer a sweet finish that will leave everyone wanting more. Simple to make and customizable with your favorite spices, these cookies will become a seasonal favorite!

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 coating)
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (for coating)
  • 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and nutmeg.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until combined. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
  5. Roll dough into balls, coat in sugar and cinnamon mix, then place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are slightly browned. Let cool completely.
  7. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar.

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