Description
Pumpkin Chai Cookies are the perfect autumn treat, combining the warm, inviting flavors of chai spices with the rich sweetness of pumpkin. These soft and chewy cookies are ideal for cozy gatherings or a delightful afternoon snack. With easy-to-find ingredients and simple steps, you can whip up a batch that will fill your home with mouthwatering aromas and make your taste buds dance.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in pumpkin puree and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg