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Warm and Cozy Pumpkin Cookies

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These soft and flavorful pumpkin cookies are perfect for fall, combining pumpkin purée with warm spices for a delightful treat.

  • Author: recipesinc
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240g) pumpkin purée
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Optional add-ins: chocolate chips, walnuts, or raisins

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the pumpkin purée and egg, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in any optional add-ins if desired.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. You can also freeze dough balls or baked cookies for up to three months.

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