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Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies offer cozy spice and gooey chocolate joy.
Baking these pumpkin chocolate chip cookies fills the kitchen with the warm, cozy aroma of spiced pumpkin and melting chocolate. The gentle scent of cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice mingles with rich butter, inviting everyone in for a taste. Each cookie boasts a tender crumb, thanks to the pumpkin puree, offering a delightful softness that pairs perfectly with the slight crunch of chocolate chips.
The secret to these cookies lies in slightly flattening the dough before baking, which ensures an even spread and helps achieve those irresistible golden edges. As they bake, the edges softly turn golden, hinting at caramelization, while the centers remain soft and chewy. Fresh out of the oven, these cookies are a comforting blend of sweetness and spice, with chocolate in every bite.
Sharing these cookies brings pure joy, whether setting them out for a small gathering or as a treat just for yourself. This classic combination of pumpkin and chocolate is like wrapping yourself in a cozy blanket—simple pleasures that bring warmth to any day. Each batch is more than just cookies; it’s a chance to create a moment of comfort and connection.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup salted butter softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 medium egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips divided
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a small bowl, cream together the butter and the sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, the vanilla, and the pumpkin puree, whisking until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, the baking powder, the baking soda, the cinnamon, and the pumpkin pie spice, whisking until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients mixture into the dry ingredients mixture and beat them together with a hand mixer until just combined.
- Fold 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips into the dough.
- Use a medium cookie scoop or a tablespoon to scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 tablespoons per scoop and about 1-inch apart.
- Use the back of a spoon to slightly flatten the cookies.
- Press the remaining chocolate chips on top of the cookies.
- Bake until the edges start to brown, about 10-12 minutes.
- Serve.
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