Description
Indulge in the warm, spiced goodness of pumpkin sugar cookies that evoke the essence of fall with every bite. These soft, chewy treats are infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, making them the perfect companion for hot cocoa or a cozy evening by the fire. With just a sprinkle of sugar on top, they look as delightful as they taste, making any occasion feel special. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, these cookies will have your loved ones coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and pumpkin puree until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture while stirring gently until combined.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough balls onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart; sprinkle sugar on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft; cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg