Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, where soft and chewy textures meet the warm essence of pumpkin spice. Perfect for fall gatherings or cozy evenings at home, this easy recipe requires no chilling or mixers, making baking a breeze. Each bite showcases the irresistible combination of rich chocolate chips and spiced pumpkin, creating a treat that everyone will love. Whether you enjoy them fresh from the oven or pack them as sweet surprises for lunch, these cookies are sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

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1 cup cold unsalted butter
2/3 cup pumpkin puree (room temperature)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
2 large egg yolks (room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 2/3 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
Brown the butter in a large stainless steel pan until nutty and fragrant, then cool it slightly.
Drain excess liquid from the pumpkin puree using paper towels.
In a glass bowl, whisk together cooled butter and both sugars until sandy.
Incorporate egg yolks, vanilla extract, and dried pumpkin puree until smooth.
Fold in flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, salt, and chocolate chips until just combined.
Scoop dough into balls and place on prepared trays about 2–3 inches apart.
Bake for 9–13 minutes until edges are golden; cool on a wire rack.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 130
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts like walnuts or pecans. Ensure accurate flour measurement to avoid dense cookies; spoon it into your measuring cup before leveling off.