Old Fashioned Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Old Fashioned Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly blends the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin with rich chocolate chips. These cookies are soft, chewy, and incredibly moist, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a fall gathering or simply indulging in a sweet craving, these cookies will impress family and friends alike. Plus, they are simple to make, requiring minimal ingredients and straightforward instructions. Enjoy these homemade delights fresh from the oven or warmed with ice cream for an extra special touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 prepare cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, egg (or applesauce), sugars, canola oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix salt, baking soda, baking powder, and flour.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently to evenly distribute.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared sheets.
- Bake for 10-13 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg