Soft Pumpkin Cookies
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these Soft Pumpkin Cookies, perfect for cozy gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Each cookie is a delightful blend of pumpkin spice and sweetness, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s ideal for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!). In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that will fill your kitchen with a heavenly aroma and leave everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to maintain softness. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.