Description

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate fall treat: Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting. These delightful cookies are a perfect blend of warm pumpkin flavors and cozy spices, topped with a creamy cinnamon frosting that elevates their sweetness. Ideal for autumn gatherings, Halloween parties, or simply enjoying with a warm beverage, each bite offers a soft and fluffy texture that will leave you craving more. Whether you’re vegan or just a fan of delicious treats, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress everyone at the table.

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 (for frosting)
3 teaspoons vanilla paste (or extract)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
1/3 cup brown sugar (for frosting)
3 1/4 cups powdered sugar

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Instructions

Cream together softened vegan butter, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
Scoop out 2-inch balls of dough and flatten slightly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are firm but centers remain soft.
Let cookies cool completely before frosting with prepared cinnamon frosting.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 120
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg