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Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe Easy Frosting Tips

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Soft, chewy pumpkin sugar cookies with cozy fall flavors and creamy frosting—perfect for holiday parties or a cozy afternoon treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
  • Optional: Food coloring for festive designs

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  2. Using an electric mixer, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree, mixing until combined.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies soft.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up the dough.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely before frosting.
  7. Beat softened butter in a mixing bowl until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, mixing until smooth. Adjust milk quantity for desired consistency.
  8. Use a piping bag or spread frosting with a knife. Decorate with colors or festive sprinkles as desired.

Notes

[‘Chilling the dough helps the cookies hold their shape and prevents spreading.’, ‘Use fresh spices for maximum flavor.’, ‘Ensure butter and egg are at room temperature for smooth mixing.’, ‘Sift powdered sugar to avoid lumps in the frosting.’, ‘Let baking sheets cool completely before adding new dough for batch baking.’]

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Keywords: pumpkin cookies, sugar cookies, fall dessert, holiday baking, easy frosting tips

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