Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our soft pumpkin cookies topped with creamy cinnamon frosting. These irresistible treats combine rich pumpkin and warm spices to create a mouthwatering dessert that’s perfect for any gathering, from cozy family get-togethers to festive holiday parties. Their soft, moist texture paired with luscious frosting makes them a favorite among cookie lovers. Easy to make and vegan-friendly, these cookies are sure to impress your guests and become a seasonal staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegan butter, softened
- 3 teaspoons vanilla paste (or extract)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 3 1/4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Cream together softened vegan butter, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until set. Allow cooling completely before frosting.
- Whip together frosting ingredients until smooth; pipe onto cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg