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Perfect Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Perfect Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Delightful and soft cookies infused with the comforting taste of pumpkin spice, perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Sweets & Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
  • powdered sugar for dusting
  • caramel drizzle optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the pumpkin puree and egg; mix well until combined and smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, pumpkin spice, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  9. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For perfect cookies, ensure butter is softened and avoid overmixing the dough.

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