Description
Pumpkin sugar cookies are a delightful fusion of fall flavors, combining the warm essence of pumpkin and spices in a soft, chewy treat. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy evenings at home, these cookies are simple to make and will have everyone coming back for seconds. Their inviting aroma and beautiful golden hue bring an irresistible charm to any dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 2 ? cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- ? cup unsalted butter (softened)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in pumpkin puree and egg until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg