{"id":1952484,"date":"2024-02-02T14:44:55","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T20:48:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=1952484"},"modified":"2024-03-11T15:33:09","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T20:33:09","slug":"gluten-free-pumpkin-cookies-with-cream-cheese-frosting","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gluten-free-pumpkin-cookies-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/","title":{"rendered":"Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to fall baking, pumpkin recipes have our hearts. Pumpkin is cozy, warming and festive. It&#8217;s as welcome in a back-to-school lunchbox as on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/five-star-thanksgiving-desserts\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/five-star-thanksgiving-desserts\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thanksgiving dessert<\/a> table. These gluten-free pumpkin cookies have all of the flavor and none of the wheat.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1827586\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-FT22_271160_ST_11_02_3.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cookies in a stack, next to a cooling rack with more cookies and a cup of coffee\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Key Ingredients for Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cookies<\/h2>\n<p>The secret to achieving chewy, tender <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-gluten-free-chocolate-chip-cookie-recipe\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-gluten-free-chocolate-chip-cookie-recipe\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">gluten-free cookies<\/a> lies in the perfect balance of ingredients. Here&#8217;s what makes this recipe work really well.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Gluten-free flour mix:<\/strong> The trick to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/gluten-free-baking-guide\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/gluten-free-baking-guide\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">gluten-free baking<\/a>? Most alternative flours can&#8217;t replace wheat flour one-to-one. Gluten-free recipes call for an all-purpose mix of a few gluten-free flours, which are combined together to mimic the protein, fiber and starch content of wheat. For this gluten-free pumpkin and cookie recipe, you can use a store-bought <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-gluten-free-flour-blends\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-gluten-free-flour-blends\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">gluten-free flour blend<\/a> or make a homemade <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gluten-free-flour-mix\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gluten-free-flour-mix\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener noreferrer\">gluten-free flour mix<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Canned pumpkin puree:<\/strong> It may surprise you, but when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/canned-pumpkin-vs-fresh-pumpkin\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/canned-pumpkin-vs-fresh-pumpkin\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">canned vs. fresh pumpkin<\/a>, canned wins for baking, hands-down. Not only is canned pumpkin easier (and often cheaper) than homemade, it&#8217;s generally the most consistent in terms of texture, flavor and moisture content: three crucial elements of a baked good.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Start the dough<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1827587 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_1-1.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cookies step one\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Before you get started, preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F.<\/p>\n<p>In a large bowl, cream the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-soften-butter-quickly\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-soften-butter-quickly\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">softened butter<\/a> with the brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy. This is easiest to do with a stand mixer or a hand-held beater, though possible with a wooden spoon and elbow grease!<\/p>\n<p>Beat in the egg, along with the vanilla.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Stir in the pumpkin<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1827590 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_3-1_and_4-1_MLedit.gif?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies step 3\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add the canned pumpkin. Mix well, until the batter is a uniform color.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Add the remaining dry ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1827592 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_5-1.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies step 4\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and baking powder. It&#8217;s important to pre-mix these dry ingredients to ensure that the smaller quantities are evenly distributed when added to the batter. Gradually, add the flour mix to the creamed mixture and mix well.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Portion out cookies<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1827593 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_6-1.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies step 5\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, portion out tablespoon-sized dollops of dough onto greased baking sheets. Space them about 2-inches apart so they have room to spread while baking.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Bake<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1827594 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_7-1.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies step 6\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bake cookies until edges are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:<\/em> If your oven doesn&#8217;t heat evenly, it helps to rotate the cookie sheets halfway through. Switch the bottom and top sheets, and flip them so the rear is to the front.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 6: Cool<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1827595 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_8-1.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies step 7\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>After removing cookies from the oven, move to wire racks to cool completely.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 7: Make the glaze<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1827598 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_10-1.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies glaze in a bowl\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a small bowl, whisk the confectioners&#8217; sugar and vanilla with just enough milk to achieve a pouring consistency. If you accidentally add too much milk and the glaze becomes watery, shake in a bit more powdered sugar.<\/p>\n<p>Drizzle the glaze generously over the cookies.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1827585 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-FT22_271160_ST_11_02_2.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies being drizzled with glaze\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cookie Tips<\/h2>\n<h3>How can I make gluten-free pumpkin cookies my own?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Spices:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-pumpkin-pie-spice\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-pumpkin-pie-spice\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pumpkin pie mix<\/a>, nutmeg, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chinese-five-spice\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chinese-five-spice\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Chinese five spice<\/a> or cardamom<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chips:<\/strong> chocolate chips, butterscotch chips or chopped up pieces of chocolate<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nuts:<\/strong> chopped walnuts or pecans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How do you store gluten-free pumpkin cookies?<\/h3>\n<p>Freshly made pumpkin cookies make perfect\u00a0desserts. If you can&#8217;t eat them up right away, glazed cookies are best kept in the fridge, as they contain milk. They will last up to three days.<\/p>\n<p>Unglazed cookies can be stored at room temperature, tightly wrapped or sealed in an airtight container, for up to three days.<\/p>\n<p>Bear in mind that gluten-free cookies do tend to try out faster than wheat-containing cookies do. A warm-through in the microwave will revive a crumbly cookie, but they will taste best the first day or two.<\/p>\n<p>Want to store them longer? Freeze unglazed cookies, tightly wrapped, for up to a month.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Avoiding gluten doesn&#8217;t have to mean skipping dessert. Here&#8217;s how to make our favorite gluten-free pumpkin cookies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7022,"featured_media":1952485,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[303971,304158,306910,306027,304328,306936,304288,305487,306042,304338,304515,304390,306194,303966,305003,304988,304368,306848,304268,304558,307759,324623,304388,303994,304150,307614],"categories-v2":[308500,310461,309438,309906,308988,311758,308984,308481,309934,259620,310796,311771,308992,308880,308761,312060,308495,308949,308935,308745,309603,259483,308910,310724,309177,308752,308528,309434,310591],"coauthors":[152278],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies","post_link":"\/recipes\/flourless-peanut-butter-cookies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/EXPS_TOHD24_6149_SarahTramonte_4.jpg"},{"post_title":"Our Best Gluten-Free Cookie 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Beat in the egg, along with the vanilla.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_1-1.jpg?fit=700,467"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Stir in the pumpkin","text":"Add the canned pumpkin. Mix well, until the batter is a uniform color.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_3-1_and_4-1_MLedit.gif?fit=700,467"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Add the remaining dry ingredients","text":"Whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and baking powder. It's important to pre-mix these dry ingredients to ensure that the smaller quantities are evenly distributed when added to the batter. Gradually, add the flour mix to the creamed mixture and mix well.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_5-1.jpg?fit=700,467"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Portion out cookies","text":"Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, portion out tablespoon-sized dollops of dough onto greased baking sheets. Space them about 2-inches apart so they have room to spread while baking.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Cookies-GHT22_271160_ST_11_02_6-1.jpg?fit=700,467"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Bake","text":"Bake cookies until edges are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Editor's Tip: If your oven doesn't heat evenly, it helps to rotate the cookie sheets halfway through. 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