Spiced pumpkin cookies (Print-Friendly Version)
Soft pumpkin treats with cozy spices and a touch of coffee cake flavor to enjoy the autumn vibes.
# Ingredients List:
→ Dry Stuff
01 -
1 gram nutmeg, ground
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2 grams cinnamon, ground
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240 grams all-purpose flour
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10 grams baking powder
→ Sugars
05 -
110 grams brown sugar
06 -
100 grams granulated sugar
→ Wet Stuff
07 -
2 large eggs at room temp
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113 grams softened unsalted butter
09 -
240 grams pumpkin puree from a can
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5 ml vanilla extract
→ Extras
11 -
60 grams chopped walnuts or pecans if you want
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
01 -
Get the oven to 175 degrees Celsius. Line up two trays with parchment paper.
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In a big bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Whip up softened butter with both sugars till it’s fluffy and lighter.
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Mix in eggs one by one, beating well after each. Stir in pumpkin and vanilla.
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Fold the dry mix into the wet stuff carefully with a spatula till just mixed.
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Drop big spoonfuls of dough onto trays, leaving space because they spread.
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Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges turn golden. Let cool on wire racks fully.
# Helpful Hints:
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For better flavor, try browning the butter before mixing it with sugars. You can also add cream cheese frosting if you want it sweeter.
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Keep cooled cookies in a sealed container at room temp. They last about three days.