Super Soft Pumpkin Cookies
Super Soft Pumpkin Cookies are the ultimate fall treat, capturing the essence of autumn in every bite. These fluffy cookies, made with pure pumpkin puree and warm spices, deliver a delightful sweetness that melts in your mouth. Perfect for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or simply indulging on a cozy afternoon, they are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or share them for a taste of seasonal bliss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat together granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and gently fold until combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until set but still soft. Let cool on racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Use room temperature butter for easier mixing. - Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender. - For extra flavor and texture variations, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts.