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Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies

Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe
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Indulge in the flavors of fall with these Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies, a delightful treat that embodies the essence of the season. With their soft, tender texture and a blend of warming spices, these cookies are perfect for cozy afternoons or festive gatherings. Easy to make and fun for the whole family, this recipe will quickly become a favorite. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or frosted with creamy goodness, every bite is a celebration of pumpkin goodness that brings smiles all around.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 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 coating)
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (for coating)
  • 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 (175°C).
  2. Beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla; mix until combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and nutmeg.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; mix until just combined. Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes.
  5. Roll dough into balls and coat in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon before placing them on lined baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Let cool completely.
  7. Prepare frosting by mixing cream cheese, softened butter, vanilla, salt, and powdered sugar until smooth; frost cookies as desired.

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