Ever thought your classic oatmeal cookie needed a fall makeover? Enter Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies, where pumpkin spice meets chewy oats in a delightful mash-up. These cookies take your standard oatmeal variety and sprinkle in autumn’s magic, making every bite a celebration of fall flavors.
You get the warm, comforting taste of pumpkin alongside the wholesome chewiness of oats, proving that sometimes, blending the best of both worlds is exactly what you need. Say goodbye to boring cookies and hello to the new autumn staple in your baking repertoire.
Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup canned pumpkin not pumpkin pie filling
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 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
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in pumpkin, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients.
- Stir in oats and optional nuts or chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
Calories: 140
Total Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a sprinkle of coarse sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty twist.
- For extra flavor, mix in dried cranberries or raisins.
Summary of the Recipe
Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies combine hearty oats with smooth pumpkin and spices, creating a chewy, seasonal treat perfect for fall.
Servings of the Recipe
Makes about 24 cookies.
Estimated Cost of the Recipe
$8-$10, depending on ingredient brands and local prices.
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)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 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
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
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 fluffy.
- Beat in pumpkin, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients.
- Stir in oats and optional nuts or chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 140
Total Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a sprinkle of coarse sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty twist.
- For extra flavor, mix in dried cranberries or raisins.
