Description
Pumpkin Coffee Cake Cookies are the perfect fall treat, blending the cozy flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg into a delightful, soft cookie. These cake-like cookies are easy to whip up and ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with a warm cup of coffee. Each bite is a comforting embrace of autumn—a must-try recipe for any cookie lover!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and pumpkin puree until smooth. Add the egg and mix well.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in chopped nuts for added texture.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg