Description

These Pumpkin Spice Cookies are a delightful mix of pumpkin pie spice and creamy frosting, making them perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and oh-so-delicious, they are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients

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¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups (248g) all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, softened
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups (226g) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
3 tablespoons (45ml) heavy whipping cream

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or Silpat liners.
In a stand mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Mix in the pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Gradually blend in the flour.
Using a cookie scoop, drop 2-tablespoon balls of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets.
Bake for 9-10 minutes. Remove them when the bottoms start to turn golden, as they will continue cooking as they cool. Avoid over-baking for maximum softness.
Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
To make the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy with a mixer. Mix in the salt and gradually add powdered sugar until crumbly. Add the vanilla, pumpkin spice, and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, mixing until smooth. Adjust with additional cream for desired consistency.
Frost the cooled cookies and store them at room temperature, loosely covered. The frosting will semi-dry, allowing the cookies to be stackable.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the dough.
Ensure cookies cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
These cookies can be stored at room temperature and may last up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg