Get ready to experience a flavor explosion that captures the essence of fall in every single bite! These Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Maple Frosting are not just another seasonal dessert – they're a culinary masterpiece that transforms your kitchen into a cozy autumn wonderland. Imagine soft, perfectly spiced cookies topped with a luscious maple frosting that will make your friends and family beg for the recipe. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this copycat recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup maple frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice until thoroughly combined and set aside.
- In a large stand mixer or using a hand mixer, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating until completely incorporated and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cookies are completely cooled, use a piping bag or offset spatula to spread maple frosting on top of each cookie.
- Allow frosting to set for 15-20 minutes before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature for the smoothest, most consistent cookie dough.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your ingredients just until combined to keep your cookies tender and soft.
- Use Fresh Spices: For the most vibrant pumpkin pie spice flavor, use recently purchased spices that haven't lost their potency.
- Uniform Cookie Size: Use a cookie scoop for consistent sizing, which ensures even baking.
- Cool Completely: Let cookies cool entirely before frosting to prevent the maple topping from melting.
- Storage Hack: Store in an airtight container with parchment between layers to keep cookies fresh for up to 5 days.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the cookie dough in advance and refrigerate for up to 3 days before baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
