Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with these soft pumpkin cookies topped with creamy cinnamon frosting. Perfect for any fall gathering, these delightful treats offer a warm blend of pumpkin and spices that will make your taste buds dance. Easy to whip up, this vegan-friendly recipe allows everyone to enjoy a sweet afternoon snack or festive dessert without compromising their dietary preferences. The beautiful swirl of cinnamon frosting not only elevates the flavor but also enhances the presentation, making these cookies a show-stopping addition to your seasonal baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For Frosting: 1 cup vegan butter, softened, plus other frosting ingredients
Instructions
- Cream together vegan butter, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture on low speed until just mixed; do not over-mix.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Scoop dough into balls and flatten slightly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes; let cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare frosting and pipe onto cookies once cooled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg