Indulge in the delightful warmth of our Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting—a perfect fusion of fall flavors in every bite. These soft, spiced cookies are topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, creating a heavenly treat that captures the essence of autumn. Ideal for seasonal gatherings or a cozy evening by the fireplace.
Ingredients:
Cookies:
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Cream Cheese Frosting:
3 cups confectioners’ sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (8 ounces) package cream cheese
Directions:
Cookies:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Combine pumpkin, sugar, vegetable oil, and egg in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Dissolve the baking soda with the milk and stir into the wet pumpkin mixture.
Add flour mixture to pumpkin mixture and mix well.
Stir in vanilla and chocolate chips.
Drop by spoonful on greased cookie sheet and bake for approximately 10 minutes.
Frosting:
Combine confectioners’ sugar, softened butter, softened cream cheese and vanilla.
Beat until creamy.
Frost cooled cookies.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Notes:
Enhance the cookies by folding in chopped nuts or raisins for added texture. Ensure the cookies are completely cooled before applying the cream cheese frosting for a perfect, velvety finish.
Conclusion:
Our Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting are a sweet celebration of fall, bringing together the comforting taste of pumpkin and the luxurious creaminess of the frosting. Share these irresistible treats with loved ones, and savor the joy of autumn in every mouthful.
FAQs:
- Can I store Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting at room temperature? While the cookies can be stored at room temperature, it’s best to refrigerate them if not consumed within a day or two to maintain the freshness of the cream cheese frosting.
- Can I freeze the cookies for later? Yes, these cookies freeze well. Store them in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper, and thaw them in the refrigerator before serving