For a richer flavor, try using brown butter in the frosting. Toast the walnuts lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor. If you don't have maple extract, you can use maple syrup, but reduce the amount of milk accordingly to maintain the right consistency. These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Walnut-Pumpkin Cookies
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS9
Experience the warmth of autumn in every bite with these delightful pumpkin cookies, crowned with a luscious maple frosting. A timeless recipe guaranteed to win hearts, even those who claim to dislike pumpkin!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate39 g
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Cholesterol18 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium177 mg
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Sugar29 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
3 mins
In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. (3 minutes)
03
Step
2 mins
Beat in the egg, then stir in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until well combined. (2 minutes)
04
Step
1 mins
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. (1 minute)
05
Step
3 mins
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)
06
Step
1 mins
Fold in the chopped walnuts. (1 minute)
07
Step
5 mins
Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls or use a small cookie scoop onto ungreased baking sheets. (5 minutes)
08
Step
12 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. (12 minutes)
09
Step
15 mins
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (15 minutes)
10
Step
3 mins
While the cookies are cooling, prepare the maple frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the powdered sugar and softened butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. (3 minutes)
11
Step
2 mins
Gradually add the milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until you reach a desired frosting consistency. (2 minutes)
12
Step
1 mins
Stir in the maple extract until thoroughly combined. Adjust to taste. (1 minute)
13
Step
10 mins
Once the cookies are completely cool, spread the maple frosting generously over the tops. (10 minutes)
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Quinton Runolfsson
Jun 26, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the cookies turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making these again.
Julianne Berge
Jun 26, 2025These cookies were a hit! The maple frosting is the perfect complement to the pumpkin spice.
Keith Brekke
Jun 23, 2025I was skeptical about pumpkin cookies, but these completely changed my mind. They're so moist and delicious!