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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. Bursting with pumpkin flavor and a delightful blend of spices, each cookie is soft, chewy, and topped with creamy frosting, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a cozy night at home, these cookies will wrap you in comfort with every bite. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, they are sure to become a cherished recipe in your baking collection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 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 for frosting)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened for frosting)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • ¼ tsp salt (for frosting)
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Cream together softened butter and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and nutmeg.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture; mix gently until just combined. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
  5. Combine granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl for rolling.
  6. Shape dough into balls and roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture; place on lined baking sheets.
  7. Press down slightly and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are light brown. Let cool completely before frosting.

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