Wondering how to make pumpkin cookies? This homemade pumpkin recipe will become your go-to when you need ideas for Halloween treats, Thanksgiving recipes or fall desserts — thick, fluffy and cakey sweets! They are great as homemade pumpkin cookies with cream cheese frosting (so don't miss our homemade icing for pumpkin cookies) or yummy without icing! These pumpkin treats are a fun family fall activity or for Thanksgiving baking activities for kids.