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Amish Recipe for Pumpkin Cookies with Frosting: The Best Fall Treat

Amish Recipe for Pumpkin Cookies with Frosting
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Enjoy the rich flavors of fall with this traditional Amish recipe for pumpkin cookies topped with a creamy frosting. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy treat at home!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 4 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
  3. Add pumpkin puree and eggs; mix until combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden.
  8. For the frosting, combine powdered sugar, softened butter, and milk until smooth.
  9. Let cookies cool before frosting.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to dough for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Amish, pumpkin cookies, fall treat, frosting

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