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Salted Caramel Pumpkin Cookies

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Delight in the seasonal flavors of moist pumpkin cookies topped with rich salted caramel frosting, offering a healthier option for fall treats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (for caramel frosting)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • Sea salt
  • Gold pearl sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg until combined.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until smooth.
  4. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Chill the Dough: Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  6. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop and Shape Cookies: Use a cookie scoop to place dough on baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake: Bake for about 13 minutes or until tops are set and edges are lightly firm.
  9. Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool before transferring them to a wire rack.
  10. Prepare the Salted Caramel Frosting: In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream until smooth.
  11. Cool the Caramel: Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar, milk, and sea salt until creamy.
  12. Frost the Cookies: Spread the frosting over cooled cookies and add sprinkles if desired.

Notes

These cookies are perfect for meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. To maintain softness, consider placing a slice of bread in the container.

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Keywords: pumpkin cookies, salted caramel, fall baking, healthier treats

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