Ingredients
– 1 1/2 cups sugar plus additional sugar for rolling provides the perfect sweetness and crunch
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour gives the cookies their structure
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder helps them rise and stay soft
– 1/2 teaspoon salt balances the flavors
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon adds a warm spice note
– 14 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature adds richness and moisture
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract enhances the aroma and depth
– 1 egg yolk acts as a binding agent
– 1/2 cup 100% pure pumpkin puree brings in that classic autumn flavor and keeps the cookies tender
Instructions
1-In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon, then set aside.
2-Using a mixer on medium speed, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3-Add the egg yolk, followed by the vanilla extract, and then the pumpkin puree, mixing until well combined.
4-Slowly incorporate the flour mixture while mixing on low speed, scraping the sides and paddle as needed.
5-Refrigerate the dough for 20 minutes after preheating the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
6-Roll the dough into one-inch balls, coat them in sugar, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and lightly press down. Space the cookies about two inches apart.
7-Bake for 15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through.
8-Cool the cookies on the pan for about two minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Last Step:
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❄️ Refrigerate dough before baking to improve texture and prevent spreading.
🍰 For a different presentation, adapt the dough into a cookie cake with appropriate adjustments.
🌿 Rolling the dough in cinnamon sugar before baking adds an extra layer of flavor and aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 12.2g
- Sodium: 49.4mg
- Fat: 6.8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22.1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 25.2mg