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Amish Pumpkin Cookies with Frosting

Soft Amish pumpkin cookies with frosting neatly arranged on a white plate.
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Soft, spiced, and frosted, these Amish Pumpkin Cookies with Frosting are the perfect fall treat. Packed with warm spices and topped with creamy frosting, they’re ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips, raisins, or chopped pecans
  • Frosting:
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1 tbsp maple syrup or maple extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg, pumpkin purée, and vanilla, and mix well.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture. Mix until just combined. Fold in optional add-ins if using.
  5. Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto prepared sheets about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set and tops appear dry. Let cool 5 minutes on sheet, then transfer to wire rack.
  7. Prepare frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beat until fluffy. Add maple syrup for variation if desired.
  8. Once cookies are completely cooled, spread or pipe frosting on top. Let set before storing or serving.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies soft.
  • Let cookies cool completely before frosting.
  • Cookies can be frozen with or without frosting.
  • Store in airtight container for up to 3 days at room temp or 6 days in fridge.
  • Use parchment paper when stacking frosted cookies to prevent sticking.

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