Irresistible Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of autumn with these soft and chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies. Bursting with rich pumpkin puree and cozy spices, each bite offers a delightful combination of sweetness and texture. Perfect for family gatherings or a quiet evening treat, these cookies will fill your home with the enchanting aroma of fall.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If using nuts, gently fold them in at this stage.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges but soft in the center.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg