Description
Warm autumn days call for Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies, a delightful blend of seasonal spices and creamy cinnamon frosting. Comfort meets indulgence in this irresistible treat that brings cozy kitchen moments right to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
Sugars and Fats:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) softened butter
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) white sugar
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) packed brown sugar
Spices and Leavening Agents:
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F and covering baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure even cookie baking.
- Create a smooth, creamy base by blending softened butter with white and brown sugars until the mixture becomes light and airy. Incorporate pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, stirring until thoroughly integrated.
- Develop the dry mixture separately by combining flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground spices, and oats. Gently fold this mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Form uniform cookie portions by dropping rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets. Gently flatten each mound with a spoon to create consistent shapes. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges turn a delicate golden brown.
- Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to stabilize their structure, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Craft the cinnamon cream cheese frosting by whipping cream cheese and butter until silky smooth. Gradually introduce powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting reaches a luxurious, spreadable consistency.
- Once cookies have cooled entirely, generously apply the fragrant cinnamon cream cheese frosting using a spatula or piping bag for an elegant finish.
- Present these indulgent pumpkin oatmeal cookies alongside a steaming beverage for a perfect seasonal treat.
Notes
- Swap out butter for coconut oil to create a dairy-free alternative that maintains the cookie’s rich, soft texture.
- Replace regular flour with gluten-free flour blend for those with gluten sensitivities, ensuring the cookies remain tender and delicious.
- Reduce sugar content by using monk fruit sweetener or stevia for a lower-calorie version without compromising the warm, autumnal flavor profile.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the dough for extra crunch and nutritional boost, introducing a delightful nutty complexity to the classic pumpkin cookie.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg