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Crumbl-Style Pumpkin Pie Cookies

Crumbl-Style Pumpkin Pie Cookies

This Crumbl-Style Pumpkin Pie Cookie is the ultimate fall treat! Soft and gooey with warm pumpkin spice flavors, these cookies are topped with a creamy pumpkin spice cream cheese frosting that makes every bite pure bliss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 Cookies

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup butter softened
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup raw sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • ¼ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ cups pumpkin spice cream cheese frosting
  • Extra pumpkin spice for garnish

Instructions
 

Preheat the oven and prepare your baking sheet

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze.

Cream the butter and sugar

  • In a mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter, salt, and raw sugar until light and fluffy. This step is key to achieving that soft, gooey cookie texture.

Add the wet ingredients

  • Mix in the egg yolk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract until fully combined. The pumpkin adds moisture and that signature fall flavor.

Incorporate the dry ingredients

  • Add the flour, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and baking powder to the wet mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms. Don’t overmix—just combine until no flour streaks remain.

Scoop and shape the cookies

  • Use a large cookie scoop or your hands to form 10 evenly sized dough balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for spreading. Slightly flatten each ball with your palm.

Bake to perfection

  • Bake the cookies for 13 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. The centers will remain soft, which is exactly what you want for that gooey texture. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet.

Frost and garnish

  • While the cookies are cooling, transfer the pumpkin spice cream cheese frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Once the cookies are cool, pipe a generous swirl of frosting on top, starting from the center and working outward. Finish with a light dusting of pumpkin spice for that bakery-style look.

Notes

How to Serve Your Crumbl-Style Pumpkin Pie Cookies

These cookies are a showstopper on any dessert table! Serve them at room temperature with a cup of hot coffee, spiced tea, or even a glass of cold milk.
They’re perfect as a festive Thanksgiving dessert or an indulgent fall snack.
If you’re hosting a gathering, arrange the cookies on a pretty platter and sprinkle a little extra pumpkin spice around for a festive touch.
They also make a thoughtful gift, just package them in a cute bakery box and tie with a seasonal ribbon.

Storing and Enjoying Leftovers

To keep these cookies soft and fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Bring them to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.
If you’d like to freeze them, I recommend freezing the unfrosted cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transferring them to a freezer-safe bag. Thaw them at room temperature and frost just before serving.

Top Tips for Customizing Your Crumbl-Style Pumpkin Pie Cookies

Swap the frosting: Not a fan of cream cheese frosting? Try a simple vanilla buttercream or even a caramel drizzle instead. Both pair beautifully with the pumpkin spice flavors.
Add mix-ins: For extra texture, fold in a handful of chopped pecans or white chocolate chips to the cookie dough before baking.
Play with spices: If you like a spicier cookie, increase the pumpkin spice or add a pinch of nutmeg and ground ginger to the dough.
Make it mini: Want smaller cookies? Use a smaller scoop to make bite-sized versions. Just reduce the baking time by a minute or two.