Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting
Soft, spiced, and
frsted to perfection — these pumpkin oatmeal cookies are a cozy fall dream come true.
Introduction
There’s something special about the aroma of pumpkin, oats, and warm
spices filling your kitchen on a cool autumn afternoon. These Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies bring together the hearty chew of old-fashioned oats, the moisture of real pumpkin puree, and the irresistible sweetness of a cinnamon cream cheese frosting that melts in your mouth.
Whether you’re baking for a fall potluck, a Halloween party, Thanksgiving dessert table, or simply to enjoy with a warm drink, these cookies check all the boxes: soft, spiced, satisfying, and oh-so-seasonal.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Timing and Yield
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Bake Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: Makes approx. 24 cookies
- Per Serving: ~200 kcal
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