Pumpkin Cookies with Browned Butter Frosting

Pumpkin Cookies with Browned Butter Frosting
115 min.
30
186kcal

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cookies topped with a luscious Browned Butter Frosting. Perfect for gatherings, these cookies are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, boasting a beautiful golden hue that captures the essence of the season.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, chewy cookie infused with the rich taste of pumpkin and a hint of cinnamon, evoking memories of cozy autumn days. The combination of granulated and brown sugars creates a perfect balance of sweetness, while the addition of butter ensures a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will leave you craving more.

But the real star of the show is the Browned Butter Frosting. As the butter transforms into a nutty, golden elixir, it adds a depth of flavor that elevates these cookies to a whole new level. The creamy frosting, with its subtle vanilla notes, complements the pumpkin base beautifully, making each bite a heavenly experience.

Whether you're hosting a fall gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, these Pumpkin Cookies with Browned Butter Frosting are sure to impress. With a preparation time of just 115 minutes and enough to serve 30 people, they are the perfect addition to any dessert table. Get ready to share the joy of baking and savor the delightful flavors of autumn!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.7 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.8 cup butter softened
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.5 cup pumpkin pie filling/mix (from 15-oz can) (not pumpkin pie mix)
  •  eggs 
  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • 0.3 cup butter (do not use margarine or spread; it will burn)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, 3/4 cup butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally, until well blended. Beat in pumpkin and eggs until well mixed. On low speed, beat in flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  2. On ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by heaping tablespoonfuls.
  3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until almost no indentation remains when touched in center. Immediately remove from cookie sheets to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  4. In medium bowl, place powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla and 3 tablespoons milk. In 1-quart saucepan, heat 1/3 cup butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, just until light brown.
  5. Pour browned butter over powdered sugar mixture. Beat on low speed about 1 minute or until smooth. Gradually add just enough of the remaining 1 tablespoon milk to make frosting creamy and spreadable. Generously frost cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories186kcal
Protein3.22%
Fat33.59%
Carbs63.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.27
Glycemic Load
8.31
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
2.6817391208656%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:186.14kcal
9.31%
Fat:7.04g
10.83%
Saturated Fat:1.51g
9.41%
Carbohydrates:29.79g
9.93%
Net Carbohydrates:29.13g
10.59%
Sugar:21.06g
23.4%
Cholesterol:11.09mg
3.7%
Sodium:168.5mg
7.33%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.24%
100%
Protein:1.52g
3.04%
Vitamin A:685.09IU
13.7%
Selenium:4.32µg
6.17%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.15%
Folate:20.24µg
5.06%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.95%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.33%
Iron:0.58mg
3.25%
Vitamin B3:0.58mg
2.92%
Fiber:0.66g
2.65%
Phosphorus:21.61mg
2.16%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.95%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.56%
Calcium:13.96mg
1.4%
Copper:0.02mg
1.13%
Magnesium:4.07mg
1.02%