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Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting

Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting for Cozy Fall Treats

These Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cinnamon Frosting are a perfect vegan-friendly fall treat that captures the essence of autumn.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Can substitute with mashed sweet potato
  • 1 cup Coconut Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flours if desired
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Pumpkin pie spice can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Honey can be used for non-vegan
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil Use unsalted vegan butter for a creamier texture
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract is a lovely alternative
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Opt for a sugar-free baking substitute if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon A hint of nutmeg can add complexity
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Milk Almond milk works well for a lighter option

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Sifter
  • cookie scoop
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, and maple syrup until smooth.
  3. Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
  5. Drop rounded portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
  6. Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are set and they're firm to the touch.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack. Frost once cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to avoid overmixing the dough for tender cookies. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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