Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
Infused with the warm flavors of fall, these Pumpkin Sugar Cookies are soft, spiced, and irresistibly sweet. Each bite combines the creamy richness of pumpkin puree with the aromatic blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s perfect for autumn gatherings or cozy evenings. A delightful twist on the classic sugar cookie, these cookies are rolled in granulated sugar for a hint of sparkle and crunch. With a quick 20-minute prep time, this recipe yields 36 cookies that are ideal for sharing—or savoring all by yourself. Serve them straight from the cooling rack with a warm cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate seasonal indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the pumpkin puree, large egg, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, and beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground ginger.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out dough balls and roll each one in the additional granulated sugar to coat completely.
Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are beginning to crack slightly.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delightful pumpkin sugar cookies with a glass of milk or a warm cup of coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.7 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.2 g | 301% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 439 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 2859 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 805.0 g | 293% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 510.3 g | ||
| Protein | 47.2 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 21.8 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 1144 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
