Description
Warm, chewy pumpkin cookies are the perfect autumn treat! Infused with fragrant spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these cookies are soft, flavorful, and sure to impress at any fall gathering. They come together quickly and are delightful fresh from the oven or as a sweet snack throughout the week. Enjoy a taste of cozy with every bite!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in canned pumpkin puree and eggs until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- If using chocolate chips, fold them gently into the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg