Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful seasonal treat that perfectly combines the rich flavors of pumpkin with sweet semi-sweet chocolate chips. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these soft, chewy cookies evoke the essence of fall and are ideal for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating autumn festivities or simply indulging in a cozy dessert, these cookies will bring warmth to your kitchen and joy to your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for at least an hour before baking to prevent spreading. Substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate or add nuts for extra crunch. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze for longer storage.