Perfect Pumpkin Spice Cookies
These cookies are the perfect blend of sweet and spice, making them a delightful treat filled with warm flavors from pumpkin pie spice and real pumpkin puree.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Measure flour correctly by spooning it into the cup.
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 0.5 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature butter for a smoother batter.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg Use a room temperature egg.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree Can use canned or fresh pumpkin.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, then mix in the pumpkin puree.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
To keep cookies fresh, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze cookies in a single layer until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to three months.