Decadent Vegan Pumpkin Spice Iced Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of fall with these Decadent Vegan Pumpkin Spice Iced Cookies! Soft, pillowy, and infused with the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, these cookies are not only vegan but also wonderfully satisfying. The addition of creamy pumpkin puree ensures each cookie bursts with flavor and moisture. Topped with a sweet vegan icing, they’re perfect for sharing at gatherings, fall festivities, or as a cozy treat with your favorite beverage. Enjoy baking and savoring these delectable delights!
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
2 cups (all-purpose flour, sifted)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (none)
baking powder
1 teaspoon (none)
cinnamon
2 teaspoons (ground)
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (freshly grated or ground)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
vegan margarine
1/2 cup (softened)
raw sugar
1 cup (none)
honey
1/2 cup (substitute with maple syrup for a fully vegan option)
pumpkin puree
1 cup (canned or homemade, unsweetened)
egg replacement
for 1 egg (use flax egg or commercial egg replacer)
vanilla
1 teaspoon (pure vanilla extract)
confectioners' sugar
2 cups (sifted)
soymilk
3 tablespoons (unsweetened)
melted vegan margarine
1 tablespoon (none)
vanilla (for icing)
1 teaspoon (pure vanilla extract)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
2
In one bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
3
In another bowl, cream together the vegan margarine, raw sugar, honey, pumpkin puree, egg replacement, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
5
Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the cookies are firm to the touch but still soft. Allow them to cool on the cookie sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
7
While the cookies cool, prepare the icing by mixing together the confectioners' sugar, soymilk, melted vegan margarine, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
8
Once the cookies are completely cooled, generously drizzle or spread the icing over each cookie. Let the icing set before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Vegan Pumpkin Spice Iced Cookies?
These are soft, pillowy fall-themed cookies infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a sweet vegan icing.
Are these cookies strictly vegan?
They are vegan, but for a fully vegan option, you should substitute the honey with maple syrup.
What is the required oven temperature for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How long do these cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for about 20 minutes until they are firm to the touch but still soft.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
Can I use homemade pumpkin puree?
Yes, you can use either canned or homemade unsweetened pumpkin puree.
What can be used as an egg replacement?
You can use a flax egg or a commercial egg replacer for this recipe.
What spices give these cookies their flavor?
The primary spices used are ground cinnamon and ground or freshly grated nutmeg.
How much pumpkin puree is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of pumpkin puree.
How should I prepare the cookie sheet?
Line the cookie sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
How much vegan margarine is used in the dough?
The dough requires 1/2 cup of softened vegan margarine.
What type of sugar is used in the cookie dough?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of raw sugar.
How should I mix the dry and wet ingredients?
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Why should I avoid overmixing the dough?
Avoiding overmixing ensures the cookies remain soft and have the proper pillowy texture.
How far apart should I space the dough on the sheet?
Drop spoonfuls of dough about an inch apart on the prepared cookie sheet.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow them to cool on the cookie sheet for 10 minutes before moving them.
Where should the cookies finish cooling?
Transfer them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely before icing.
What are the ingredients for the icing?
The icing is made from confectioners' sugar, soymilk, melted vegan margarine, and vanilla.
How much confectioners' sugar is needed for the icing?
You will need 2 cups of sifted confectioners' sugar.
What type of milk is used for the icing?
The recipe specifies 3 tablespoons of unsweetened soymilk.
When is the best time to apply the icing?
Generously drizzle or spread the icing only once the cookies are completely cooled.
How much cinnamon is included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
What is the role of vanilla in this recipe?
Pure vanilla extract is used in both the cookie dough and the icing for added flavor.
How much melted vegan margarine is used in the icing?
The icing requires 1 tablespoon of melted vegan margarine.
Should the icing set before serving?
Yes, it is recommended to let the icing set before serving the cookies.
Are these cookies suitable for fall festivities?
Yes, they are perfect for sharing at fall festivities, gatherings, or as a cozy snack.
Can I use freshly grated nutmeg?
Yes, the recipe allows for either freshly grated or ground nutmeg.
What is the texture of the icing?
The icing should be mixed until it is smooth and creamy.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 16 ingredients used across the cookies and the icing.
What can I serve these cookies with?
They are best enjoyed as a cozy treat with your favorite beverage.