Description
These Iced Pumpkin Cookies are the perfect fall treat, blending the warmth of pumpkin spice with a sweet, creamy glaze. Soft, flavorful, and beautifully frosted, these cookies are sure to bring autumn vibes to any gathering. Enjoy them with a cup of your favorite tea or coffee, making them the ideal snack for cozy afternoons or festive parties.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Icing:
2 cups confectioners’ sugar
3 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat Oven & Prepare Dry Ingredients:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, sift together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
Make the Cookie Dough:
In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Shape and Bake the Cookies:
Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a greased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden around the edges.
Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before icing.
Prepare the Icing:
In a bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Frost the Cookies:
Once the cookies are cooled, drizzle the icing over the top, spreading it lightly with a spoon or knife for an even coat.
Notes
Storage: Store your iced pumpkin cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months—just make sure to fully cool the cookies before freezing and wrap them individually.
Customization: Feel free to adjust the spice levels or use a cream cheese frosting for a tangier twist. To make the cookies extra festive, sprinkle cinnamon or grated nutmeg on top of the icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving - 1 cookie
- Calories: Approximately 150-200 (varies based on size and icing)
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Iced pumpkin cookies, fall desserts, pumpkin treats, Halloween cookies, autumn baking, pumpkin spice cookies