Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with these Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies. These cookies are a perfect blend of warm spices and rich pumpkin, creating a cozy treat that’s ideal for any gathering or a quiet evening at home. With their soft, chewy texture and sweet molasses notes, each bite offers a comforting taste of fall. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, these cookies will soon become a seasonal favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/3 cups flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 tablespoons butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and black pepper in a bowl.
- In a stand mixer, cream butter until smooth; add brown sugar, molasses, and pumpkin puree. Beat until fluffy.
- Incorporate the egg and mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll chilled dough into balls, coat in sugar, and place on prepared sheets.
- Flatten slightly before baking for 12-14 minutes until set but soft.
- Cool on sheets before transferring to a rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg