Ingredients
1 cup butter, softened2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup canned pumpkin2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder1 cup chopped walnutsFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Add pumpkin; mix well. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts.
Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
In a small bowl, beat the frosting ingredients until light and fluffy. Frost cookies. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
