SPICE MIX

• 2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp allspice

DRY INGREDIENTS

• 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned whole rolled oats
• 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

CREAMING INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup pumpkin puree

SPICED CREAM CHEESE ICING

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon reserved Spices (from directions)
• 2-4 tablespoons milk, plus more as needed