Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
If you’re on the hunt for a delightful autumn treat, look no further than these Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies. With their warm, cozy flavors of pumpkin and rich molasses, each bite feels like a comforting embrace on a crisp day. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, these cookies are easy to whip up with simple ingredients you likely have on hand. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or shared with friends, they are sure to become a beloved staple in your fall baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 34 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 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 Tbs 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
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and black pepper in a bowl.
- In a stand mixer, beat room-temperature butter until smooth, then add brown sugar, molasses, and pumpkin puree. Beat for about 2 minutes.
- Add the egg and mix for another minute until combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes in the freezer or an hour in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll chilled dough into balls and coat in sugar before placing them on baking sheets.
- Flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass and bake for 12-14 minutes until set on top.
- Allow to cool before enjoying!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg