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Chewy Pumpkin Cookies Recipe (Perfect for Fall!)

Chewy Pumpkin Cookies

There's something magical about the smell of pumpkin cookies baking in the oven. These chewy pumpkin cookies are an easy way to bring a little nostalgia into your home. With simple ingredients and quick steps, you’ll be enjoying these cookies in no time!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chewy Pumpkin Cookies
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree This is the star of the show, giving the cookies that rich flavor and moisture.
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The base of our cookie dough.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and softened butter. Mix until well blended.
  3. Step 3: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If desired, fold in the chocolate chips.
  6. Step 6: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may appear soft; they will firm up as they cool.
  8. Step 8: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To keep your cookies fresh and delicious, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them for up to three months.