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Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting

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These soft pumpkin cookies with cinnamon frosting are perfect for fall gatherings, vegan, and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Substitute with applesauce for a fruity twist.
  • 1 cup Sugar Try coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
  • 2 cups Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Always check for freshness for best rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust based on your personal taste preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Sea salt gives a nuanced touch.
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Butter or Coconut Oil Applesauce can lighten it up.
  • 1/4 cup Plant-based Milk Almond or soy milk works as a perfect substitute.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Swap with a sugar alternative for a lower-sugar frosting option.
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Butter Soften it for the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Feel free to adjust to your liking.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Cookie Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, melted vegan butter, and plant-based milk until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Make a well in the center.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
  5. Drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  6. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
  7. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Frosting Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together powdered sugar, softened vegan butter, and cinnamon until fluffy.
  2. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread the cinnamon frosting over each cookie.
Serving
  1. Enjoy your homemade Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting with a warm beverage!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are best kept in an airtight container for freshness. Serve them warm or enjoy them chilled.

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