Yara's Oven Delighs: Whisking up Delights

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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies 🍪

There’s nothing quite like the cozy flavors of fall baked into a cookie. These Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the warm spices of pumpkin pie with rich chocolate chips for the ultimate seasonal treat. Soft, chewy, and packed with pumpkin goodness, they’re perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy autumn flavors without gluten. Whether you’re baking for a family gathering, a holiday party, or just a cozy night in, these cookies are sure to become a favorite.

Prep and cook time:

Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ 30 minutes chilling)
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 57 minutes
Servings: About 18 cookies

Ingredients

¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, melted
½ cup (113 g / 1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
½ cup (110 g) packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ can pumpkin purée (7.5 oz / 213 g) — not pumpkin pie filling
1 ¼ cups (150 g) gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin purée. Mix until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
Stir in the chocolate chips.
Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (this step helps prevent spreading).
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
Bake for 10–15 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops look slightly firm.
Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Pro Tips 🍪

Chill the dough: Don’t skip chilling! It prevents the cookies from spreading too thin and helps achieve a soft, chewy texture.
Use room-temperature butter: Softened butter mixes more evenly and gives the cookies the right texture.
Don’t overbake: Pumpkin keeps cookies moist—pull them out when the edges are set but the centers look slightly soft.
Spice it up: Add a pinch of ginger or allspice for extra fall flavor.

Tips to Avoid ❌

Using pumpkin pie filling: It contains sugar and spices, which will alter the texture and taste. Stick to pure pumpkin purée.
Skipping the chill time: The dough will spread too much and the cookies will lose their shape.
Adding too much flour: Measure carefully. Extra flour makes cookies dense and dry.

Nutrition Facts (per cookie, approx.)

Calories: 165
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Protein: 2 g
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Cholesterol: 25 mg
Sodium: 120 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 14 g

These Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, spiced, and chocolatey — everything you want in a fall cookie. They’re quick to make, family-friendly, and perfect with a cup of tea, coffee, or warm cider. Once you bake a batch, don’t be surprised if they disappear fast!