Ever wondered what happens when pumpkin and chocolate chips decide to mingle? Spoiler: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are the answer. These cookies offer a sophisticated twist on your basic chocolate chip treat. Picture it: a buttery, pumpkin-infused dough meets rich chocolate chips in an autumnal embrace.
If you thought pumpkin pie and chocolate cake were the peak of fall indulgence, think again. These cookies not only up your dessert game but also throw a party in your mouth. So, prepare for a cookie experience that’s both cozy and decadent—because who says you can’t have it all?
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup canned pumpkin not pumpkin pie filling
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in pumpkin, egg, and vanilla until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually blend dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture.
- Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
Calories: 190
Total Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty flavor boost.
- For extra fall flair, mix in chopped nuts or dried cranberries.
Summary of the Recipe
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies combine spiced pumpkin dough with melty chocolate chips for a fall treat that’s both comforting and indulgent.
Servings of the Recipe
Makes about 24 cookies.
Estimated Cost of the Recipe
$10-$12, depending on ingredient brands and local pricing.
Prep Time of the Recipe
15 minutes.
Cook Time of the Recipe
12-15 minutes.
Total Time Taken to Prepare the Recipe
27-30 minutes.
Which Course Does This Recipe Come Under?
Dessert.
Which Cuisine Does This Recipe Come Under?
American.
What Are All the Equipment That Are Required in This Recipe?
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cooling rack
What Are All the Ingredients and Their Quantity That Are Required in This Recipe?
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions in Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in pumpkin, egg, and vanilla until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually blend dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture.
- Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 190
Total Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty flavor boost.
- For extra fall flair, mix in chopped nuts or dried cranberries.
