Description
Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies are the ultimate fall treat. These soft, chewy cookies are infused with the warm flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. They’re easy to make and versatile enough for any occasion, from cozy afternoons to fall gatherings. These cookies will quickly become a favorite in your fall baking collection.
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add the egg, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
- Add the dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Roll the dough into balls: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Bake the cookies: Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are soft.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use pumpkin puree: Be sure to use plain pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling, as the latter contains added spices and sugar.
- Don’t overmix: Overmixing the dough can result in dense cookies. Mix the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Chill the dough: If you prefer firmer cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to help them maintain their shape.
- Customize the flavors: Add raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts to the dough for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies, Fall Sugar Cookies, Pumpkin Cookie Recipes, Pumpkin Spice Dessert, Easy Fall Cookies