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Chewy Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Chewy Pumpkin Spice Cookies That Taste Like Fall in Every Bite

These Chewy Pumpkin Spice Cookies embody the essence of fall, offering a delightful chewy texture and rich flavors in every bite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Melted to a nutty brown
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar Can swap for dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Reduce for less sweetness
  • 1 large egg May replace with a flax egg for vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla for best taste
  • 1/2 cup molasses Dark molasses for intensified taste
  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree Ensure it's pure pumpkin
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Freshly ground enhances flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness and flavor balance
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Crucial for texture
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can replace with gluten-free blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice Can substitute with pumpkin spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Can substitute with pumpkin spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger Can substitute with pumpkin spice
For the Coating
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Brown Butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, stirring constantly until it turns a nutty brown, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool for about 30 minutes.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooled brown butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, molasses, and pumpkin puree; stir until incorporated.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, ground cloves, ginger, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, stirring until a thick dough forms.
  4. Chill Dough: Scoop dough into balls (28-29 grams each), place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  5. Prepare to Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix sugar with cinnamon. Roll each dough ball in this mixture before placing them on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake: Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until tops look slightly dry but cracks appear moist. The aroma will fill your kitchen.
  7. Cool & Store: Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure brown butter has cooled adequately. Do not skip chilling the dough for optimal chewy texture. Use parchment paper for even spread.

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