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Pumpkin Spice Cookies

These soft and chewy pumpkin spice cookies are the perfect fall treat. Infused with warm spices and pumpkin puree, they're a delightful way to celebrate the season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined, then mix in the pumpkin puree.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
  4. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chef's Tips:
• For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies.
• Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough cookies.
• Serve with a glass of warm apple cider for a perfect fall treat.
Food Safety:
• Ensure eggs are fresh and stored properly before use.
• Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.