Description
Delightful cookies combining the flavors of pumpkin pie in a handheld treat, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually incorporate this dry mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
- Roll out the cookie dough and cut it into rounds.
- Place a teaspoon of the pumpkin filling in the center of half the rounds, then top them with another round.
- Crimp the edges to seal, and arrange the cookies on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure butter is softened well. Dough can be refrigerated to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg