be absolutely perfect for your autumn table. they will make you feel as if you are outside watching the leaves fall. of course, pumpkin is delicious 365 days a year so don’t think you need to limit yourself to only a few months.
in a large bowl, beat 2 cups butter with a hand mixer on medium/high speed for 30 seconds. add sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. beat until combined. add eggs and 2 teaspoons vanilla; beat until combined. beat in pumpkin. beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer. using a wooden spoon, stir in any remaining flour.
drop dough by heaping 