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Pumpkin Spiced Halloween Cookies

Delightful Pumpkin Spiced Halloween Cookies for Cozy Nights

These Pumpkin Spiced Halloween Cookies are a perfect treat for fall, blending warm spices and a chewy texture.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Can be substituted with applesauce
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Spice Can substitute with cinnamon and nutmeg
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flax egg for vegan option
  • ½ cup Butter Melted; can use coconut oil for dairy-free
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar For coating cookies
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon For coating cookies
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use softened for best texture
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with erythritol for low-sugar

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and pumpkin spice.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Add the egg to the wet mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together, then roll each cookie ball in this mixture.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown, then cool on the sheet.
  9. Mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth to prepare the frosting.
  10. Spread frosting between two cookies to create sandwiches.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, refrigerate sticky dough for about 30 minutes. Keep an eye on baking time to prevent overbaking.

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