Old Fashioned Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
If you’re in search of a comforting treat that embodies the spirit of fall, these Old Fashioned Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are your answer! Bursting with moist pumpkin goodness and rich chocolate chips, they evoke memories of cozy autumn days spent with loved ones. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this straightforward recipe yields soft, chewy cookies that will quickly become a favorite in your home. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a delightful batch to enjoy with family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg (or 1/4 cup applesauce)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your cookie sheets.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, egg (or applesauce), sugars, oil, vanilla, and cinnamon until combined.
- In another bowl, mix salt, baking soda, baking powder, and flour. Gradually add this to the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto prepared cookie sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-13 minutes until golden brown around the edges. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg