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Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Cookies

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Delightful cookies that capture the warm flavors of pumpkin pie in a bite-sized treat, perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 egg yolk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Divide the dough in half, flatten into discs, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  6. Roll out one disc of dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  7. In a small bowl, combine pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and egg yolk to create the filling.
  8. Place a small spoonful of the filling on half of the cut-out cookies.
  9. Top each filled cookie with another cut-out cookie, sealing the edges with a fork.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
  11. Let cool before serving.

Notes

For a treat, serve them warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

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Keywords: pumpkin pie cookies, Thanksgiving dessert, holiday cookies

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