Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chewy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are the perfect fall treat, blending the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with rich, gooey chocolate. These soft, delightful cookies evoke cozy autumn memories and are ideal for sharing with friends or enjoying alongside a steaming cup of coffee. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will leave everyone craving more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the pumpkin puree and egg until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For an extra twist, substitute half of the chocolate chips with chopped nuts or dried fruit. A sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking adds a delightful flavor contrast.