Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies. Soft and chewy, these cookies combine the delightful taste of pumpkin puree with a medley of aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfectly suited for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home, they are easy to make and a healthier dessert option thanks to wholesome ingredients like oats. Whether you enjoy them plain, topped with cream cheese frosting, or crumbled over ice cream, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings while bringing the comforting essence of autumn into your kitchen.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup oats
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, salt, and spices.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cookies spring back when touched.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For a richer flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the dough. Adjust spices according to your taste preference for a stronger or milder flavor.