Description
Old Fashioned Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate fall treat that combines the inviting flavors of pumpkin with rich, gooey chocolate chips. These soft, chewy cookies are perfect for any occasion, be it a cozy evening at home or a festive gathering with friends and family. With their delightful aroma of warm spices and the sweetness of chocolate, these cookies will quickly become a favorite in your household. Plus, they’re simple to make, so bakers of all levels can enjoy the satisfaction of creating homemade treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 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), sugars, canola oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine salt, baking soda, baking powder, and flour. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-13 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg