Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies are the perfect autumn treat, combining the rich flavors of pumpkin and molasses with warm spices. These delightful cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with seasonal goodness, making them an irresistible choice for gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, they’re accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed alongside a warm beverage or as a sweet dessert, these cookies will surely impress friends and family alike.
- 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 all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 tbsp 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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and black pepper.
- Cream the butter and brown sugar in a stand mixer until smooth; mix in molasses and pumpkin puree.
- Add the egg and beat until incorporated. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll dough into balls, coat in sugar, flatten slightly on baking sheets, and bake for 12-14 minutes until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 133
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 89mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 12mg