Get into the fall spirit with these delightful Iced Spiced Pumpkin Spritz Cookies. Made with aromatic spices and pumpkin puree, these cookies are perfect for cozy evenings. The icing adds a sweet finishing touch that complements the flavors beautifully. These cookies are a classic American treat that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Enjoy them with a cup of hot apple cider or pumpkin spice latte!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the pumpkin puree, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Fill a cookie press fitted with a decorative disc with the dough. Press the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the icing, mix together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. If desired, divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the icing on top of each cookie.
- Let the icing set before serving. Enjoy!
