Imagine biting into a cookie that captures the entire essence of fall in one single, heavenly moment. These Glazed Pumpkin Streusel Cookies aren't just a dessert - they're a warm, comforting hug for your taste buds! Packed with rich pumpkin flavor, a hint of cinnamon, and topped with a delectable sweet glaze, these cookies will transform your ordinary afternoon into a seasonal celebration that'll have everyone begging for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. This will help to evenly distribute the baking powder and cinnamon throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth and well combined. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if necessary for a drizzle-able glaze.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top of each cookie using a fork or a piping bag for more control.
- Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Glazed Pumpkin Streusel Cookies!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- For perfectly uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or measure each portion consistently.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain their softness for up to 5 days.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or ground ginger to the dry ingredients.
- If the glaze is too thick, add milk one teaspoon at a time; if too thin, add powdered sugar gradually.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg
