Easy Pumpkin Cookies Recipe
Pumpkin cookies are a delightful treat that’s easy to whip up when you’re craving something sweet with a hint of spice. They’re perfect for fall but honestly taste great any time of the year. These cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with the comforting flavors of pumpkin and warm spices. They’re great for sharing with family and friends or just enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves).
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If you’re adding chocolate chips or nuts, fold them in at this stage.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.