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Chewy Pumpkin Cookies: 10 Amazing Autumn Bites

Chewy Pumpkin Cookies

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These chewy pumpkin cookies capture the essence of autumn with their warm spices and satisfyingly dense texture. They are not cakey like many other pumpkin cookies, offering a delightful chewiness that’s perfect for fall.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup pumpkin puree, blotted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prep the pumpkin puree by blotting it with paper towels to remove excess moisture. You need ¼ cup of blotted puree.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the blotted pumpkin puree and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Chill the cookie dough for 30 to 60 minutes. This step is important to prevent spreading and enhance chewiness.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop the dough into balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and place them several inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers still appear slightly underdone.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Double the recipe for a larger batch and freeze half the dough for later.
  • These cookies are best enjoyed within 3 days, but will remain soft for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
  • For an even richer flavor, consider browning the butter before mixing.
  • Feel free to customize the spice blend by adding a pinch of cloves or cardamom.

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