Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of soft pumpkin cookies with cinnamon frosting, perfect for those cozy autumn days! These tender cookies bring together the warm essence of pumpkin and spices, topped with a creamy cinnamon frosting that takes them to the next level. Ideal for family gatherings or a sweet treat any time, this recipe is not only simple to make but also vegan-friendly, catering to various dietary preferences. Easy to whip up and even easier to enjoy, these cookies are destined to be a favorite in your home.
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
Instructions
- Cream the softened vegan butter, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients on low speed until just mixed.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Scoop dough into balls and flatten slightly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden and cool completely on the sheet.
- For frosting, mix all ingredients until smooth. Pipe onto cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg