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Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies

Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe

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If you’re craving a cozy fall treat, this Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe is an essential addition to your baking repertoire! These cookies are soft, sweet, and infused with the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices, making them a delightful dessert for any occasion. They’re perfect for decorating with family or simply enjoying fresh from the oven with a cup of tea. Easy to prepare and family-friendly, these cookies promise smiles all around. Bake up a batch to celebrate the season or share at gatherings—everyone will love them!

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
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • ¼ tsp salt (for frosting)
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and spices.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
  6. Refrigerate dough for about 30 minutes.
  7. Roll dough into balls and coat with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  8. Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
  9. Cool completely on wire racks before frosting.

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