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Soft Pumpkin Cookies Recipe (No Chill Needed!)

Soft Pumpkin Cookies

These Soft Pumpkin Cookies are easy to make, require no chilling of the dough, and are perfect for sharing with friends and family. Enjoy the warm, cozy aroma of pumpkin baking in the oven!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soft Pumpkin Cookies
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or nuts optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Hand Mixer

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 mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown 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. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
  6. Step 6: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Step 8: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.