Description
Warm up your fall baking with Pumpkin-Spice Sugar Cookies! These soft, moist cookies combine pumpkin puree and a delightful blend of autumn spices for the ultimate seasonal treat. Perfect for cozy gatherings or sweet snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir cinnamon, ginger, and cloves into the wet ingredients.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with the dry, stirring until just mixed. Do not overmix.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For less cookie spread, chill the dough for 15-20 minutes before baking.
- Customize with mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits.
- Add a powdered sugar glaze or cream cheese frosting for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
