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Pumpkin Pie Cookies: The Ultimate Fall Dessert Recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Delight in the flavors of fall with these soft and spiced pumpkin pie cookies, topped with creamy frosting.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)

Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-4 tablespoons milk or heavy cream (for desired consistency)
  • 1 pinch salt

Garnish

  • chopped pecans or walnuts
  • sprinkles
  • cinnamon sugar

Instructions 

  • Whisk together dry ingredients in a bowl.
  • Cream butter and sugars until fluffy.
  • Add egg, vanilla, and pumpkin puree; mix well.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients; mix until combined.
  • Chill dough, then scoop onto baking sheets and bake.
  • Frost cooled cookies and garnish as desired.

Notes

Chill the dough for best results.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15.00
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pumpkin