This spicy pear cookie recipe has a rich flavor and can be made with or without frosting. Top them with walnut halves for a crunchy, fancy touch.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Beat white sugar and butter together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth; beat in egg and vanilla extract. Whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and ginger together in a separate bowl; stir into sugar mixture until well combined. Stir in pear, raisins, and walnuts until evenly distributed. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown and centers spring back when lightly pressed, about 15 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool.
Combine confectioners' sugar and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth; drizzle over cookies.