Description

Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate fall treat, combining the warmth of pumpkin with the rich sweetness of chocolate chips. The addition of pumpkin makes these cookies soft, moist, and perfectly chewy, while the chocolate chips offer a delightful contrast. These cookies are a must-try for pumpkin lovers and a perfect balance of spiced goodness and chocolatey indulgence.

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

For Rolling (optional):

1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling the dough balls)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.
Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until fully incorporated. Stir in the pumpkin puree until the mixture is smooth and combined.
Add the Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Add the Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shape the Cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, scoop dough into balls and roll them in the granulated sugar if desired. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. If you prefer thicker cookies, gently flatten the dough balls slightly with your fingers.
Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve: Enjoy your chewy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!

Notes

Add chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) for extra crunch.

Use white chocolate chips or peanut butter chips for a different flavor.

Add a pinch of sea salt on top of the cookies before baking for a sweet and salty twist.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: Varies depending on ingredients used
Sugar: Varies
Sodium: Varies
Fat: Varies depending on butter used
Saturated Fat: Varies
Unsaturated Fat: Varies
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: Varies
Fiber: Varies
Protein: Varies
Cholesterol: Varies depending on butter and egg used