Spooktacular Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Pumpkin, pecan and cranberry cookies with a smooth cream cheese frosting.

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Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon fresh nutmeg, grated
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup pumpkin puree, fresh or canned
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2/3 cup pecans, toasted and finely chopped
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 Tablespoon milk
• 2-3 drops liquid orange food coloring (optional)

Method

Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and salt. Whisk to blend, set aside. In a small bowl combine puree, egg and vanilla. Whisk to blend, set aside. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the butter until smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Add brown sugar and granulated sugar then beat until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes. Add pumpkin mixture in several additions. Gradually add flour mixture, scraping down the bowl between additions. Using a rubber spatula fold in the nuts and cranberries. Drop dough, by rounded tablespoons, about 2 inches apart, on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until set and golden brown, about 12-14 minutes. Remove from oven, cool on baking sheet for 10 minutes and transfer to wire racks to cool completely. In a small bowl beat the cream cheese and 1 tablespoon butter until smooth and well combined. Add the powdered sugar and beat until incorporated. Add vanilla, milk and food coloring. Using a spoon drizzle the cooled cookies with the glaze. Before serving, let stand at room temperature until the glaze sets.

Notes: These cookies are perfect for adults, as well as children, for any autumn gathering.

Number of servings: 30-36

Submitted By: cybercook
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