Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies
Elevate your Thanksgiving dessert table with these warm, chewy Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies. These delightful treats combine the rich flavors of pumpkin and semi-sweet chocolate, creating a comforting dessert that fills your home with a cozy aroma. Perfect for family gatherings or fall celebrations, each bite is a nostalgic reminder of joyful moments spent together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg