Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting: A Soft and Chewy Fall Treat

These Pumpkin Spice Cookies are the perfect fall treat, offering chewy textures and warm, spicy flavors in every bite. replaces the word nice with emptypped with a sumptuous cream cheese frosting, these cookies are an irresistible combination of sweet pumpkin and rich creaminess. With notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin pie spice, they capture all the comforting flavors of the season. Perfect for pumpkin lovers and perfect for sharing, these cookies will quickly become a fall favorite.

Why you’ll love this:

You’ll love these cookies for their chewy texture and perfect balance of spicy pumpkin flavor and sweet cream cheese frosting. They’re easy to make and packed with all the fall spices that make pumpkin treats so comforting. Plus, the cream cheese frosting adds a creamy, tangy contrast that enhances the flavor of the cookies. Whether you’re making cookies for a party, a cozy night in, or just for fun, these cookies are sure to impress.

Perfect opportunity:

These cookies are perfect for fall parties, Halloween, Thanksgiving, or just as a treat to enjoy with a hot cup of tea or coffee. They make a great addition to dessert tables or as a gift for friends and family. Their comforting flavors and chewy texture make them an ideal sweet snack during the colder months.

Decorating tips:

For a more decorative presentation, sprinkle some cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice on top of the frosting. You can also add a few finely chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, for added texture and visual appeal. replaces the word nice with empty make them even more festive, try using fall-themed decorative sprinkles or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.

Ingredients for the cookies (for 12 people):

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup pumpkin puree

Ingredients for the icing:

• 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 tablespoon of milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the butter and sugars:
   In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
3. Add the wet ingredients:
   Stir in pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Mix the dry ingredients:
   In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and pumpkin pie spice. Gradually stir dry mixture into wet mixture until dough forms.
5. Shape the cookies:
   Roll the dough into balls, about 2 tablespoons per cookie. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them. The dough may be sticky, so it may help to wet your hands. Flatten each ball slightly, as the cookies will puff up during baking.
6. Cook:
   Bake cookies in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool completely before frosting.
7. Prepare the icing:
   In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract and continue to mix until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
8. Frost the cookies:
   Once the cookies are completely cooled, frost each cookie with a generous layer of cream cheese frosting. Optionally, sprinkle a little cinnamon on top for decoration.
9. Store cookies:
   Store the iced cookies in the refrigerator to keep them fresh. Enjoy!

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