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Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Pumpkin Spice Cookies
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Soft, flavorful Pumpkin Spice Cookies bursting with warm autumn spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Easy to bake with simple pantry ingredients, these cookies offer a tender, chewy texture perfect for cozy fall days and festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. Prepare the wet ingredients: Cream the softened butter with brown sugar until fluffy and light. Then mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until everything is well combined and smooth.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour), baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger to evenly distribute the warm spices.
  3. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the cookies tough.
  4. Chill and shape the dough: Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Then scoop into rounded balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Cool on a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use fresh ground spices to elevate aroma and flavor.
  • Don’t overbake; remove when edges are firm for soft centers.
  • Chilling the dough prevents spreading and makes shaping easier.
  • Spoon and level flour to avoid dense cookies.
  • Adjust cinnamon and cloves to taste for customized spice level.

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Keywords: pumpkin spice cookies, fall cookies, autumn dessert, soft cookies, gluten free cookies, vegan option

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