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Pumpkin Spice Cutouts: A Fall Favorite


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  • Author: khaoula belabess
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Pumpkin Spice Cutouts are delightful autumn cookies that combine the rich flavors of pumpkin and traditional fall spices. Topped with a sweet vanilla glaze and optional festive sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for fall gatherings and seasonal celebrations.


Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Vanilla Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Orange and black sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use pumpkin-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Drizzle or spread the glaze over the cooled cookies. Decorate with orange and black sprinkles if desired.
  • Let the glaze set before serving or storing the cookies in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Make sure the dough is well-chilled before rolling to prevent excessive spreading.
  • If the glaze is too thick, add more milk, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
  • For a fun twist, try using different cookie cutter shapes or adding colored sugars.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 160 kcal
  • Sugar: 14 g
  • Sodium: 105 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg