For a richer flavor, consider using brown butter in the icing. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow to come to room temperature before serving for the best texture. Add chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts) to the cookie dough or as a topping for added texture and flavor.
Pumpkin Cookies with Maple Icing
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS10
Delight in these Pumpkin Cookies with Maple Icing, a delightful fusion of cake-like texture, bread-like softness, and classic cookie appeal. A perfect autumnal treat!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate36 g
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Cholesterol18 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium155 mg
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Sugar27 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. (5 minutes)
02
StepSift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice for cookies together in a large bowl. Set aside. (5 minutes)
03
StepCombine shortening and brown sugar in a second large bowl. Beat using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add pumpkin, egg, and vanilla extract; mix well until combined. Add 1/2 of the flour mixture and mix well. Add remaining flour mixture and mix again. (10 minutes)
04
StepScoop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, arranging 2 inches apart. (5 minutes)
05
StepBake in the preheated oven until lightly browned at the edges, about 14 minutes, rotating baking sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through baking time. (14 minutes)
06
StepWhile the cookies bake, combine butter and maple syrup for icing in a medium bowl. Beat using an electric mixer until smooth. Add pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Mix well. Add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy. Add food coloring and beat until uniform. Set aside. (14 minutes)
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StepRemove cookies from the oven and let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely, 20 to 30 minutes more. Pipe or spread icing onto cooled cookies and decorate with sprinkles as desired. (35 minutes)
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Arjun Von
Jun 27, 2025I've made these cookies several times, and they're always a hit! They're so soft and flavorful.
Josephine Hauck
Jun 26, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the cookies turned out perfectly. I will definitely make them again!
Keira Heathcote
Jun 25, 2025These cookies are amazing! The maple icing is the perfect complement to the pumpkin spice.