PUMPKIN DROP COOKIES

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With just a hint of pumpkin flavor and a buttery cinnamon frosting, these cakelike drop cookies are sure to be a hit at a fall gathering. Denise Smith, a field editor from Lusk, Wyoming, shared the big-batch recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 11 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening
3 cups sugar
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
6 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
CINNAMON FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in the pumpkin, eggs and milk. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, allspice and cloves; gradually add to creamed mixture. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine the frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Frost cookies. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 46mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Terry Miller
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I can't wait to make these cookies again next year. They're the perfect fall treat.


Cute Bro
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. I always have some on hand in the fall.


MUSTAFA G
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out great! I'm so glad I tried them.


Alexander Mccallum
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The cookies didn't turn out as soft and chewy as I expected. I think I overbaked them.


Mian G
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Abdull Wahab
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I'm going to try making these cookies with different spices next time. I think they would be delicious with cinnamon or nutmeg.


Nansy Nabil
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These cookies are a delicious and festive way to celebrate fall. I highly recommend them.


Victor Vincent
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out great. They're a keeper recipe!


Ivan Kolf
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I made these cookies with my kids and we had a lot of fun. They're a great activity for a rainy day.


Dawet Debena
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These cookies are perfect for a quick and easy dessert. They're also great for packing in lunches or snacks.


Maan Khoso
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I love the combination of pumpkin and spices in these cookies. They're so flavorful and satisfying.


Felix Baraka
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These cookies are the perfect fall treat. They're easy to make and taste delicious.


PETER NJAU
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin desserts, but these cookies changed my mind. They're so good!


Kevin Gentili
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I made these cookies for a fall party and they were a big success! Everyone loved them.


Ken Family
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These cookies were a hit with my family! They were easy to make and turned out perfectly soft and chewy. The pumpkin flavor was subtle but delicious.


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