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Cozy Pumpkin Spice Cookies

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Soft, chewy pumpkin spice cookies infused with warm fall spices and pumpkin puree, perfect for cozy autumn days and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (180g) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (90g) white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well blended.
  3. Using an electric mixer or wooden spoon, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Stir in the pumpkin puree until just blended; the dough will be moist and slightly sticky.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients with a spatula until no dry streaks remain. Avoid overmixing.
  7. If using, fold in the white chocolate chips.
  8. Drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets using a cookie scoop or tablespoon.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Check at 11 minutes if your oven runs hot.
  10. Cool cookies on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use canned 100% pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. For gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free baking flour blend. For dairy-free/vegan, replace butter with coconut oil and egg with flax egg. Chill dough if too sticky for easier scooping. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender. Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking.

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