
As the air turns crisp and the leaves take on their vibrant fall hues, there’s no better time to indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of autumn. These pumpkin cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of the season. In this post, I’ll share with you a scrumptious pumpkin cookie recipe and some tips to ensure your cookies turn out perfectly every time.

serving size is one cookie):
Nutrition Facts:
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Total Carbohydrates: 19g
- Protein: 1g
- Sugars: 11g
Recipe:
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin (245 g)
- 1/2 cup white sugar (100 g)
- 1 cup light brown sugar (200 g)
- 1/2 cup butter softened (110 g)
- 1 egg
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (300 g)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For The Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar 240g
- 3-4 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, mix the pumpkin, sugar, butter, vanilla, and egg until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, the rest of the spices, and salt.
- Add the flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture and mix well.
- Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cookie comes out clean.
Tips for Perfect Pumpkin Cookies:
- Use canned pumpkin puree for consistent results.
- Don’t overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender.
- Be sure to use fresh ground cinnamon for the best flavor.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts or raisins for extra texture and flavor.
- Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack for a chewy texture.

These pumpkin cookies are a wonderful way to savor the flavors of autumn. Whether you’re baking a batch for your family or sharing them with friends, they are sure to be a hit. Enjoy the cozy vibes and delicious taste of fall with every bite!
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