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Pumpkin Cookies

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These soft pumpkin cookies are perfectly spiced, moist, and easy to make—ideal for fall baking! Whether enjoyed plain or topped with rich cream cheese frosting, they’re the ultimate cozy pumpkin treat that comes together quickly with no chill time required.

Ingredients

  • For the cookies:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • Optional Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla; mix to combine.
  4. Stir in pumpkin puree until smooth.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
  7. Drop dough by spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake 10–12 minutes or until tops are set and edges are lightly baked.
  9. Cool on a wire rack.
  10. For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla and salt. Frost cooled cookies as desired.

Notes

  • Skip frosting for a lighter treat—they’re still delicious plain.
  • Add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or cranberries add texture and flavor.
  • For chewier cookies, reduce baking powder or underbake slightly.
  • Ensure homemade pumpkin puree is well-drained to avoid soggy dough.
  • Cookies firm up after baking—avoid overbaking.

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