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Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting

Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting for Cozy Moments

Enjoy these Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting, a perfect blend of cake-like texture and warm spices, ideal for fall treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Can substitute with applesauce
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar works as a substitute
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness for optimal rise
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Pumpkin pie spice can be used
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Oil (melted) Can replace with vegan butter
  • 1/4 cup Plant-Based Milk Any plant-based milk is suitable
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Agave powder is a sugar-free option
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil (melted) Can substitute with vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust spice to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • whisk
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, brown sugar, and plant-based milk until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Using a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  7. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, melted coconut oil, and cinnamon until smooth, then frost cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gIron: 2mg

Notes

Mix gently to maintain cookie softness and ensure baking powder is fresh for best results. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.

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