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Pumpkin Spice Cookies

These pumpkin spice cookies are soft, chewy treats infused with warm spices and moist pumpkin puree. The dough is mixed until smooth, shaped into cookies, and baked until golden with slightly soft centers, creating a fragrant, autumnal dessert perfect for cozy days. They boast a tender crumb and a comforting aroma of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and clove.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon freshly ground preferred
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer or Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar together with an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. You should see a pale, creamy texture and hear a gentle whirring sound.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. The mixture will become smooth and slightly glossy.
  4. Stir in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until evenly incorporated, filling the bowl with a fragrant, orange-hued mixture that’s smooth and slightly thick.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. The dry ingredients should be evenly combined and slightly aerated.
  6. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula or mixer on low speed, just until the dough comes together with a soft, slightly sticky consistency.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. The dough should be rounded and slightly domed on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the edges turn golden brown and the centers are still a little soft to the touch. Your kitchen will fill with warm, spicy aroma.
  9. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on it for about 5 minutes. They will firm up slightly during this time.
  10. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely, revealing a tender, moist crumb with a fragrant spice aroma that beckons you to take a bite.
  11. Enjoy these cozy pumpkin spice cookies with a cup of tea or milk, savoring their soft texture and warm flavors in every bite.

Notes

Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes helps maintain the cookies’ shape. Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days for maximum freshness.