Description
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies deliver the warmth of fall in every bite, blending real pumpkin puree with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for an ultra-soft, chewy texture. Easy to prepare, these cookies pair the subtle earthiness of pumpkin with melting semi-sweet chocolate chips. They’re perfect for cozy gatherings, gift boxes, or simply enjoying a sweet treat at home with family.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter and packed brown sugar together in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and ground ginger.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops just begin to look dry.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For substitutions, swap butter with coconut oil or use gluten-free flour for a GF version. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months. To make ahead, prepare dough and refrigerate up to 48 hours before baking. If cookies spread too much, chill dough before baking or ensure proper dough measurement. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg