Description
Pumpkin Cookies with Minimal Ingredients are the ultimate fall treat, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices into soft, chewy cookies. With just a few pantry staples, you can create these delightful bites that are perfect for cozy gatherings or as a sweet surprise at any time of year. Enjoy them plain or dress them up with cream cheese frosting for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree and sugar until smooth. Gradually stir in vegetable oil.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg