Description
Cozy and nostalgic pumpkin oatmeal cookies topped with silky maple frosting, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3. Mix in the eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until well combined.
- 4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- 5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 6. Gently fold in the old-fashioned rolled oats until evenly distributed.
- 7. Drop the dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
- 8. Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- 9. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and cool completely.
- 10. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- 11. Once cookies are fully cooled, spread the maple frosting over the tops.
- 12. Serve and enjoy!