Glazed Pumpkin Cookies
Glazed pumpkin cookies are the ultimate fall indulgence, combining a soft, chewy texture with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with a sweet glaze, these cookies embody the essence of autumn in every bite. Perfect for cozy afternoons or festive gatherings, they’re easy to make and sure to delight everyone who tries them. Whip up a batch to enjoy with apple cider or share them at your next gathering—these cookies are guaranteed to disappear quickly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg