Description
Soft Pumpkin Cookies are a delightful fall treat that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. With their soft, fluffy texture and sweet aroma, these cookies are perfect for sharing at family gatherings or enjoying with your favorite beverage. Easy to whip up, they will quickly become a beloved classic in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- 3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until fluffy.
- 4. Beat in the egg, then stir in the pumpkin puree until well combined.
- 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
- 6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- 7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but cookies remain soft in the center.
- 8. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg