Soft Chewy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies Maple Frosting: 12 Heaven
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Enjoy these soft and chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies, topped with a sweet maple frosting. This recipe is perfect for a cozy autumn treat.
- Author: Noah Younssi
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 3 dozen cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- For the Maple Frosting:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and pumpkin puree until well combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the rolled oats and chopped nuts (if using).
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies cool, prepare the maple frosting. In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe the maple frosting over the tops.
- Allow the frosting to set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure your pumpkin puree is not pumpkin pie filling.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added.
- Adjust baking time based on your oven. Cookies should be soft in the center.
- For a stronger maple flavor, use dark or robust maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 (varies with frosting and additions)
- Sugar: Approx. 20-25g
- Sodium: Approx. 100-150mg
- Fat: Approx. 15-20g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 8-10g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 7-10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30-35g
- Fiber: Approx. 2-3g
- Protein: Approx. 3-4g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 40-50mg