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Fudgy-Chewy Pumpkin Cookies

Fudgy-Chewy Pumpkin Cookies
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Fudgy-Chewy Pumpkin Cookies offer the perfect fall flavor combination of pumpkin and warm spices with a delightfully soft, fudgy, and chewy texture. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in under 30 minutes, these cookies make an ideal seasonal treat, customizable with various add-ins and dietary adaptations to suit your preferences.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract. Gently fold in the pumpkin puree until fully combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute spices and leavening agents.
  4. Bring Wet and Dry Ingredients Together: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender and fudgy.
  5. Scoop and Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet spaced about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Let cookies rest on the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for smooth dough consistency.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies when centers seem slightly underdone for the best fudgy texture.
  • Chilling dough before baking can prevent spreading and intensify flavor.
  • Measure flour using spoon-and-level method to keep cookies tender.
  • Add mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts at the end to maintain dough consistency.

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