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Sweet Soft Chewy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies Maple Frosting Recipe

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These soft and chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies are topped with a delightful maple frosting, creating a perfect fall treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 cups rolled oats (not instant)
  • For the Maple Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and pumpkin puree.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the rolled oats until evenly distributed.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still slightly soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. While the cookies are cooling, prepare the maple frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  11. Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the maple syrup, beating until smooth.
  12. Stir in the vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of milk. Add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired spreading consistency.
  13. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe the maple frosting onto the tops.

Notes

  • Ensure your pumpkin puree is not pie filling, as this can alter the sweetness and spices.
  • For chewier cookies, do not overbake. They will continue to set as they cool.
  • You can toast the rolled oats lightly before adding them to the dough for a nuttier flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of milk in the frosting to achieve your preferred thickness.

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