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Pumpkin Cookies

Soft, chewy, and packed with flavor, these pumpkin cookies are perfect for any gathering and bring the cozy vibes of fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • as desired decorative icing or toppings For decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the pumpkin puree, sugar, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, and egg until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto a lined baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are set.
  2. Allow cookies to cool and decorate with icing or toppings as desired.

Notes

Serve warm with cream cheese frosting or whipped cream. Store in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature, or freeze for up to three months.