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Pumpkin Spice Cookies

These soft and chewy cookies combine the earthy sweetness of pumpkin puree with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. They are baked until golden with slightly crisp edges, resulting in a cozy fall treat that fills your home with inviting aromas. Perfect for chilly mornings or autumn afternoons, they offer a comforting taste of the season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice blend cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg mix
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and dark brown sugar together using an electric mixer or whisk until the mixture is light, fluffy, and has a creamy texture, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, until fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Stir in pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin spice blend until evenly mixed and the batter is fragrant.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoons, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the house is filled with warm spice aroma.
  9. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on it for 5 minutes, allowing them to firm up slightly.
  10. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving, revealing their soft centers and slightly crisp edges.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle a touch of sea salt on top before baking. These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day as flavors meld.