Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies. Soft and chewy, they feature a perfect blend of pumpkin puree and warm spices, all coated in a sweet spiced sugar that enhances their autumnal essence. Ideal for cozy gatherings or as a special treat with your favorite hot beverage, these cookies are not only scrumptious but also easy to make, making them a favorite for bakers of all skill levels. With the option to prepare the dough ahead of time, you can have fresh cookies ready whenever you want to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (very softened)
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the softened butter, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, and vanilla until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour, pumpkin pie spice, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully incorporated. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with silicone baking mats.
- Make Spiced Sugar: In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar with pumpkin pie spice for coating.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop out dough into balls (about 2 tablespoons each), roll in spiced sugar, and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 11 to 12 minutes until puffed and cracked on top; let cool before transferring.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg