Autumn Pumpkin Penuche Cookies
Comforting flavors of Autumn Pumpkin Penuche Cookies, a vegetarian treat perfect for fall gatherings. These soft cookies, topped with a rich brown sugar frosting, offer a sweet, spiced profile that pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee. With potential allergens including eggs, milk, nuts, and wheat, this American classic is a must-try for those looking to celebrate the season.
These cookies are versatile enough for dessert tables or cozy family snacks, and they provide a boost of nutrients from pumpkin. Find this recipe and more in your easyChef Pro cookbook, complete with a convenient shopping list feature to ensure you get the best value for your ingredients.
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Recipe Collection: Dessert
Serving Size: 48
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Overview
These soft pumpkin cookies are topped with a rich brown sugar frosting, making them a delightful treat for fall and winter gatherings. The combination of pumpkin and penuche frosting creates a warm, comforting flavor that is sure to please any crowd.
Diet Type
Vegetarian
Allergies
Eggs, Milk, Nuts, Wheat
Cuisine
American
Ingredients
- 1 Cup shortening
- 0.5 Cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 Cup white sugar
- 1 Cup pumpkin puree
- 1 Whole egg
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 Cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Teaspoon baking soda
- 1 Teaspoon baking powder
- 1 Teaspoon cinnamon, ground
- 0.5 Teaspoon salt
- 1 Cup walnuts, divided
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 0.5 Cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 Cup milk
- 2 Cups confectioners' sugar
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
- In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, 0.5 cup brown sugar, and white sugar. Mix in the pumpkin, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together into a bowl. Mix into the creamed mixture. Stir in the walnuts.
- Drop dough by heaping spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool.
- Meanwhile, make the frosting: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter and 0.5 cup brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then cook and stir for 1 minute, or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Add the milk and beat until smooth. Gradually stir in the confectioners' sugar until the frosting reaches the desired consistency.
- Spread the frosting on the cooled cookies.
Enjoy these delicious pumpkin cookies with a cup of tea or coffee for a perfect autumn treat!