Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cookies. Soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, they evoke warm memories of family gatherings and festive celebrations. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures that your kitchen will be filled with an irresistible aroma, making them a favorite for any occasion. Enjoy them with your morning coffee or as a sweet treat after dinner—these cookies are sure to bring joy to every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar (light)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in the pumpkin puree until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg