Pumpkin Spice Cookies COPYCAT Taste of Home

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2
Pumpkin Spice Cookies that taste just like the ones from Taste of Home
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

4 hrs 32 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package cream cheese , softened
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 - 1 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups confectioners ' sugar
1/4 cup butter , melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 teaspoon maple flavoring
2 -3 tablespoons boiling water
2 cups chopped pecans

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
48
Calories
172
Sugar
16g
Fat
8g
These pumpkin spice cookies are a delicious treat that taste just like the famous ones from Taste of Home. The blend of warm spices and sweet pumpkin give them a unique and comforting flavor that is perfect for fall. Served with a cup of coffee or tea, they are the perfect treat for a cozy night in. The recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it a great choice for beginner bakers and busy households.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, cream the cream cheese, brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2.Beat in eggs, pumpkin and vanilla.
3.In another bowl, whisk the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, salt and baking powder. Gradually beat into the creamed mixture.
4.Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 2 hours.
5.Preheat oven to 350° F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
6.Shape dough into 1-in. balls, roll in confectioners' sugar and place 2 in. apart on prepared baking sheets.
7.Bake until set, 10-12 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
8.In a small bowl, whisk confectioners' sugar, butter, vanilla and enough boiling water to reach desired consistency. Drizzle over cookies; sprinkle with pecans. Let stand until set.

PROS

These cookies are a delicious copycat of the famous Taste of Home pumpkin spice cookies.

They are quick and easy to prepare, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe makes a large batch of cookies which may be too many for some households.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pumpkin spice is a blend of spices that are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
Canned pumpkin is a good source of fiber and vitamin A.
However, these cookies contain high amounts of sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation.

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