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Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies

Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe
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Indulge in the warmth of fall with these Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies, a delightful treat that brings together the comforting flavors of pumpkin and spices. These cookies are not only soft and chewy but are also topped with a rich cream cheese frosting that elevates their flavor profile. Perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy afternoons, or as a sweet surprise for your loved ones, this recipe is simple enough for novice bakers yet impressive enough to wow your guests. With just the right amount of sweetness and a hint of spice, these cookies are destined to 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 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 the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, spices, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients and mix until combined. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
  4. Mix sugar and cinnamon for rolling. Scoop dough into balls, roll in sugar mixture, and place on lined baking sheets.
  5. Flatten slightly and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
  6. Cool on wire racks; frost with cream cheese mixture once cooled.

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