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Pumpkin Crinkle Cookies

Pumpkin Crinkle Cookies
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Pumpkin Crinkle Cookies are soft, tender, and packed with warm autumn spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Featuring a moist, cakey interior and a signature powdered sugar-crinkled exterior, they offer a delightful texture and festive appeal perfect for cozy fall baking and sharing.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh, cooked and mashed)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 large egg (or 1 flax egg for vegan)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter (or coconut oil for vegan)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar, for coating

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: Whisk together the dry ingredients—flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger—in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until you form a thick, slightly sticky dough.
  2. Chill the dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least one hour. Chilling firms up the dough, making it easier to handle and helping the cookies hold their shape while baking.
  3. Shape and coat the cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form small balls of dough. Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar to create the signature crinkle effect when baked.
  4. Bake to perfection: Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes or until the cookies spread and develop a cracked, crinkled surface. Let them cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use fresh pumpkin puree for best flavor and moisture.
  • Chilling the dough helps improve texture and prevents excessive spreading.
  • Coat cookies generously with powdered sugar for beautiful crinkles.
  • Watch baking time carefully; remove cookies as soon as edges set to avoid dryness.
  • Use parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.

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