Soft Pumpkin Spice Cookies (Printable Recipe)
Soft, cake-like cookies with pumpkin puree, warm spices, and cinnamon glaze - perfect autumn comfort food.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Cookie Base Components
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
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1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredient Foundation
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
→ Signature Cinnamon Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
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2-3 tablespoons whole milk
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and position racks in center. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper, leaving space for cookies to spread.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars using an electric mixer on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
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Beat in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until completely smooth and well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until evenly distributed.
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Add dry ingredients to wet mixture in two additions, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain tender texture.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly set but centers appear slightly underbaked.
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Let cookies rest on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
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Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, cinnamon, and salt until smooth. Once cookies are completely cool, drizzle or spread glaze over surface.
# Extra Tips:
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Always use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling which contains added spices and sweeteners
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Measure flour by spooning into cups and leveling with a knife for accuracy
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Room temperature ingredients blend more easily and create better texture
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Cookies actually improve in flavor after 24 hours and freeze beautifully for up to 3 months
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For drizzling consistency, glaze should coat the back of a spoon but still drip easily