Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
If you’re ready to embrace the flavors of fall, these Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies are a must-try! Infused with rich pumpkin puree and warm spices, these cookies deliver a delightful chewiness that makes them irresistible. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, they fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma that no one can resist. Easy to prepare and customizable with various mix-ins, these cookies will quickly become a cherished family favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: About 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 tablespoon 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).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and black pepper.
- In a stand mixer, cream room temperature butter until smooth. Add brown sugar, molasses, and pumpkin puree; beat until fluffy.
- Incorporate the egg and mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
- Chill the dough for at least an hour.
- Roll dough into balls, coat with sugar, flatten slightly on lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until set but still soft in the center.
- Cool on baking sheets for five minutes before transferring to racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 126
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 88mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 16mg