Go Back
+ servings
An overhead image of pumpkin oatmeal cookies on a cooking sheet with various types of glaze.

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

Soft, chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies flavored with warm spices and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze — the perfect cozy fall treat!
No ratings yet
Print Pin
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 217kcal
Author: Karen

Ingredients

Cookies

  • ½ cup butter unsalted, softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups old fashioned or quick oats
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Glze

  • ¾ cup confectioners sugar
  • 2 Tbls milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl,use an electric mixer on medium low speed to cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the oats, flour, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  • Drop 2 Tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Dip the tops of the cooled cookies into the icing or drizzle over cookies using a piping bag or spoon, then allow the icing to set before serving.

Notes

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned oats for chewier cookies; quick oats create a softer texture.
  • Make sure butter is softened (not melted) for best creaming results.
  • Don’t overmix the dough once dry ingredients are added to keep cookies tender.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before icing to prevent melting.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • For a vegan version, substitute with plant-based butter and a flax egg.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 1055IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
Pin It and Save It for Later!!Mention @FreshCoastEats or tag #freshcoasteats!