Description
Melt in your mouth pumpkin cookies are the ultimate autumn treat, combining the rich flavors of pumpkin and warm spices for a delightful experience. These soft, pillowy cookies are perfect for cozy gatherings or a quiet afternoon with tea. With their inviting aroma and irresistible texture, they capture the essence of fall in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar (dark preferred)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg