Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Chewy Pumpkin Cookies. Soft, spiced, and perfectly sweetened, these delightful treats are a must-bake for autumn gatherings or cozy nights at home. Each cookie features a tender center topped with a spiced sugar blend that enhances the warm pumpkin flavor. Easy to prepare and kid-friendly, this recipe is perfect for baking enthusiasts of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as part of a festive dessert spread, these cookies promise to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until smooth.
- Mix in egg yolks one at a time, followed by pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto the baking sheet with space between them. Sprinkle the spiced sugar topping over each cookie before baking.
- Bake for about 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft. Cool on racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (34g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 23mg