These Pumpkin Cookies with Brown Butter Icing are soft, spiced, and absolutely delicious. The nutty brown butter icing adds a rich flavor that perfectly complements the pumpkin cookies, making them a must-try for any fall gathering.
Ingredients:
For the Cookies:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Brown Butter Icing:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 cups powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
Prepare the Cookies:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Brown Butter Icing:
- Brown the Butter: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Mix Icing: In a mixing bowl, combine the browned butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and the desired consistency is reached.
- Ice the Cookies: Once the cookies have cooled, spread the icing over the top of each cookie. Allow the icing to set before serving.
Serve:
- Enjoy: Enjoy your delicious Pumpkin Cookies with Brown Butter Icing!
Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 12 minutes Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150 kcal per cookie
Notes:
- You can add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice to the cookie dough for extra flavor.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Enjoy your delightful Pumpkin Cookies with Brown Butter Icing! 
