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Pumpkin Pie Cookies

Pumpkin Pie Cookies

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Delightful cookies combining the flavors of pumpkin pie with the convenience of handheld treats, perfect for fall gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or flour
  • Whipped cream or frosting (for topping)
  • Additional ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin or mini tart pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In another large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide the dough and press it into the bottoms and up the sides of the muffin cups to form crusts. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until set but not browned. Let cool slightly.
  7. Prepare the filling by combining pumpkin puree, brown sugar, spices, and cornstarch until smooth.
  8. Spoon the filling into the baked crusts, filling them about three-quarters full.
  9. Return the filled crusts to the oven and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes, until the filling is set but still jiggles slightly in the center.
  10. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up the filling.
  11. Top with whipped cream or frosting and sprinkle with more cinnamon or spice before serving.

Notes

Make sure your butter is softened for easier mixing. Allow cookies to cool completely before adding toppings.

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