Cozy Pumpkin Spice Cookies
Soft, chewy pumpkin spice cookies with a perfect balance of warm spices and pumpkin moisture, ideal for fall gatherings and cozy treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- ½ cup (120g) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional add-ins: ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (toasted), or ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cream the butter and sugars: beat softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the egg, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in optional nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet using a cookie scoop or tablespoon.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set and lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender. Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Chill dough if sticky. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on warm cookies for extra chewiness. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking. If pumpkin puree is watery, drain slightly to avoid soggy cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1.5
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