Old Fashioned Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Old Fashioned Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies. Bursting with moist pumpkin goodness and rich chocolate, these cookies are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for family gatherings or simply treating yourself after a long day, these soft and chewy cookies will have everyone coming back for more. Easy to make and even easier to devour, they’re a staple recipe that brings warmth and joy to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg (or 1/4 cup applesauce)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, egg (or applesauce), granulated sugar, brown sugar, canola oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the salt, baking soda, baking powder, and flour thoroughly.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-13 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg