Gluten Free Pumpkin Cream Cheese Cookies
Try these gluten-free Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosted Cookies! Made with almond flour, oats, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice, they’re sweetened with coconut sugar and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting made with maple syrup. The perfect fall treat with simple ingredients!
If you’re looking for a cozy fall treat, these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosted Cookies are the perfect recipe to try. With a soft, spiced pumpkin base made from almond flour, blended oats, and warm spices like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice, they’re topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting sweetened with maple syrup. This recipe brings together simple ingredients for a snack that’s full of flavor, and I’ve refined it over time to ensure the easiest method with the best results. These cookies are my go-to for a seasonal, gluten-free treat that you’ll want to make on repeat.
Why You’ll Love This Frosted Pumpkin Cookie Recipe
- Perfect fall treat: These gluten-free pumpkin cookies are full of warm autumn spices like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice.
- Smooth and creamy frosting: The cream cheese frosting adds a rich, tangy contrast to the soft pumpkin cookies.
- Wholesome ingredients: Made with almond flour, oats, and naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and maple syrup.
- Great texture: The cookies are soft with a lovely crunch from the optional toasted pumpkin seeds.
Ingredient & Substitutions
- Egg: Use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp water) as a substitute for a vegan option.
- Pumpkin Puree: Butternut squash puree or sweet potato puree works well in place of pumpkin.
- Coconut Sugar: Swap with maple syrup or honey for a slightly different sweetness.
- Coconut Oil: Use melted butter or olive oil if preferred.
- Almond Flour: Substitute with a blend of gluten-free flour if needed.
- Rolled Oats: Gluten-free quick oats can be used but keep in mind they may change the texture slightly.
- Cream Cheese: For a dairy-free option, use a vegan cream cheese.
How to Make My Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosted Cookies
Step 1: Make the Cookie Dough
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine wet ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Mix well and then add to bowl of wet ingredients.
Gently stir until combined
Step 2: Form the Cookies
Using a small cookie scoop, form into balls and place on cookie sheet.
Step 3: Bake the Cookies
Bake at 350 degrees for 13 minutes.
Remove from oven and gently flatten each cookie with flat spatula while they are warm.
Step 4: Frost the Cookies
Combine all ingredients for the cream cheese frosting and mix well.
Allow cookies to cool completely and spread cream cheese frosting on top.
Optional: Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds and a light dusting of cinnamon.
Expert Recipe Tips
- Let the cookies cool completely: Make sure the cookies cool before adding the frosting to prevent melting.
- Blending oats: Measure the oats before blending them into flour for accurate texture and consistency.
- Pumpkin seeds: Lightly toast the seeds before garnishing for a delicious crunch.
Delicious Serving Suggestions
- As a holiday dessert: Serve them as a crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving or fall gatherings.
- With warm apple cider: Enjoy with a mug of warm apple cider for the ultimate autumn treat.
- Add some crunch: Top with toasted nuts or seeds for extra texture and flavor.
- For a snack: These cookies are a great mid-day snack to satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Pair with vanilla ice cream: Serve alongside a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream for dessert.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosted Cookies
Ingredients
WET INGREDIENTS:
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 2/3 cup coconut sugar
- 1/3 cup coconut oil melted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
DRY INGREDIENTS:
- 1-1/4 cup almond flour
- 1-1/4 cup rolled oats measure then blend to flour
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp salt
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter room temperature
- 8 oz cream cheese 1 package, room temperature
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine wet ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
- Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Mix well and then add to bowl of wet ingredients.
- Gently stir until combined
- Using a small cookie scoop, form into balls and place on cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 13 minutes.
- Remove from oven and gently flatten each cookie with flat spatula while they are warm.
- Combine all ingredients for the cream cheese frosting and mix well.
- Allow cookies to cool completely and spread cream cheese frosting on top.
- Optional: Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds and a light dusting of cinnamon.
Nutrition
This recipe has been reviewed by a healthcare professional for its nutritional balance and alignment with healthy eating principles.
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