Old Fashioned Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the warmth and nostalgia of Old Fashioned Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These cookies combine the comforting flavors of pumpkin with rich, semi-sweet chocolate chips, creating a soft and moist cookie that is impossible to resist. With warm spices like cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, each bite evokes the essence of fall while being versatile enough to enjoy year-round. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, celebrating a holiday, or simply craving something sweet, these cookies are sure to please everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 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 (or pumpkin spice)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, egg (or applesauce), granulated sugar, brown sugar, canola oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine salt, baking soda, baking powder, and flour; gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly mixed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets (12 cookies per sheet).
- Bake for 10-13 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg