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Pumpkin Spice Cookies

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Deliciously comforting Pumpkin Spice Cookies, perfect for cozy gatherings and autumn celebrations, featuring warm spices and a chewy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 0.5 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 0.75 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon Plus additional for coating
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 0.125 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature) Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 0.75 cup packed brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg For vegan option, use a flax egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
Coating Ingredients
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon (for coating)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat until fluffy and creamy.
  3. Reduce the mixer speed to low and incorporate the egg, vanilla extract, and canned pumpkin until completely blended.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully combined. Note that the dough will be sticky.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie trays with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating mixture.
  3. Scoop out about 1.5 tablespoons of dough, roll it into a ball, and roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Flatten the ball slightly.
  4. Place the cookies on the prepared trays with about 2 inches of space between them.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the tops look just set and the edges are lightly golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgSugar: 8g

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. For an extra touch, drizzle with cream cheese frosting or serve alongside warm apple cider.
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