Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
Indulge in the warm embrace of autumn with these Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies. Perfectly spiced and delightfully chewy, each cookie is infused with rich pumpkin flavor and sweetness from molasses, making them an ideal treat for family gatherings, cozy evenings at home, or a delightful surprise in lunchboxes. With their inviting aroma and comforting taste, these cookies will quickly become a cherished addition to your fall baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/3 cups flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp 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) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and black pepper.
- In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, cream the butter until smooth. Add brown sugar, molasses, and pumpkin puree; mix until combined.
- Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Shape dough into balls, roll in sugar, place on prepared sheets, and flatten slightly before baking.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until set but soft; cool on sheets for five minutes before transferring to a rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg