Ingredients
Method
Step 1 – Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 350°F (convection) and line baking trays with parchment paper.
Step 2 – Make the Cookie Dough
- In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 1–2 minutes.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 3 – Add Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms.
Step 4 – Scoop Cookies
- Using about a ⅓-cup scoop, portion cookie dough onto the prepared baking tray, leaving space between each cookie.
Step 5 – Bake & Shape
- Bake for 12–13 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- For perfectly round cookies, swirl a cookie cutter or glass around each cookie right out of the oven.
- Let cookies rest on the tray for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Step 6 – Make the Pumpkin Frosting
- In a stand mixer, beat butter until creamy and pale. Gradually add powdered sugar until incorporated.
- Mix in drained pumpkin (use a cheesecloth), pumpkin pie spice, salt, cinnamon, and heavy cream.
- Whip on high speed until light and fluffy.
Step 7 – Decorate
- Swirl pumpkin spice frosting onto cooled cookies.
- Optional: finish with a light sprinkle of cinnamon.
Step 8 – Store & Enjoy
- Enjoy fresh, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 8 days.
