Description
These Perfect Pumpkin Spice Cookies are a delightful fall treat, combining moist pumpkin puree with warm pumpkin spice and a hint of vanilla. Soft and chewy, they are easy to make and perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, providing a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Pumpkin and Egg: Mix in the pumpkin puree and egg thoroughly to combine, adding moisture and flavor to the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, pumpkin spice, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to form the cookie dough without overmixing.
- Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased, spacing them to allow room for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they turn lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents breaking and sets the texture.
Notes
- For a deeper pumpkin flavor, use canned pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the dough for extra texture and taste.
- To intensify the spice flavor, adjust pumpkin spice to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
- Ensure the butter is softened, not melted, for the best texture.
