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Melt-In-Your-Mouth Pumpkin Cookies

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Pumpkin Cookies Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Melt-In-Your-Mouth Pumpkin Cookies Recipe, perfect for any occasion! These cookies feature a soft, pillowy texture and a rich pumpkin flavor combined with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with a smooth frosting, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. With minimal effort and straightforward steps, you can whip up these delicious treats for holiday gatherings, cozy afternoons, or just because. Enjoy a batch with your favorite beverage and savor the seasonal taste of autumn.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups softened butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 15-ounce can pumpkin puree
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup butter (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup milk (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla (for frosting)
  • 3 to 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • Ground cinnamon (for optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar until creamy. Add baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs, and vanilla; mix well. Incorporate pumpkin puree.
  3. Gradually mix in flour until fully combined.
  4. Drop heaping teaspoons of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until set.
  5. Allow cookies to cool completely on wire racks before frosting them with the prepared mixture of melted butter, brown sugar, milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar.

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