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Perfect Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Perfect Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Delight in these Perfect Pumpkin Spice Cookies, a perfect treat for autumn with soft, chewy texture and warm flavors.
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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
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup caramel drizzle

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • spoon

Method
 

How to Make
  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 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 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, leaving space between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, ensure butter is softened and do not overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender.

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