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Pumpkin Coffee Cake Cookies

Pumpkin Coffee Cake Cookies
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Pumpkin Coffee Cake Cookies are the ultimate fall treat, combining the warm and comforting flavors of pumpkin spice with a delightful chewy texture. Perfectly suited for crisp autumn days, these cookies feature a crunchy brown sugar streusel topping that adds an irresistible crunch to each bite. Whether enjoyed alongside your morning coffee or shared at gatherings, these cookies bring warmth and joy to any occasion. They are quick to make, requiring just 45 minutes from start to finish, making them a fantastic choice for busy bakers. With an easy preparation process and simple ingredients you likely have on hand, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again!

Ingredients

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  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (165 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 3/4 cup (94 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 2 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup (122 g) canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 3/4 cups (219 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (168 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (220 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (130 g) powdered sugar
  • 2–4 tsp whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 6 tbsp of softened unsalted butter and 3/4 cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree and 2 egg yolks until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Prepare the streusel by mixing additional brown sugar, flour, and melted butter until crumbly.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared sheet, sprinkle with streusel topping, and bake for about 11 minutes or until golden around the edges.
  8. For the frosting, blend powdered sugar with vanilla extract and milk until smooth and drizzle over cooled cookies.

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