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Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting

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These Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting are a delightful vegan and gluten-free treat, perfect for cozy autumn days.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Adds moisture and flavor; substitute with applesauce for a fruity twist.
  • 1 cup sugar Use coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
  • 2 cups flour Opt for gluten-free flour to keep it gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Make sure it’s fresh for the best rise.
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Sea salt brings out a more nuanced taste.
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter or coconut oil Contributes richness and tenderness; applesauce can lighten it up.
  • 1/4 cup plant-based milk Almond or soy milk is a good substitute.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Consider a sugar alternative for a low-sugar option.
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter Can replace with coconut oil for a different flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds flavor to the frosting, making it a perfect complement to the cookies.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of pumpkin puree, 1 cup of sugar, ½ cup of melted vegan butter or coconut oil, and ¼ cup of plant-based milk. Stir until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just incorporated.
  5. Using a tablespoon, scoop and drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes, or until they are lightly golden at the edges yet still soft in the center.
  7. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. In a mixing bowl, beat together 2 cups of powdered sugar, ½ cup of softened vegan butter, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until fluffy.
  9. Once the cookies are cool, generously spread the cinnamon frosting over the top of each cookie.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Refrigerate unfrosted cookies for up to a week and freeze unfrosted cookies for up to 2 months.

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