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Easy Chewy Pumpkin Cookies Recipe: You’ll Love This Simple Treat!

Easy Chewy Pumpkin Cookies Recipe
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A simple and delicious recipe for chewy pumpkin cookies that are perfect for fall.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of ground ginger or cloves.
  • These cookies can be frozen for up to three months.

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Find it online: https://howeats.com/easy-chewy-pumpkin-cookies-recipe/