Extra Easy Pumpkin Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pumpkin Puree: 1 cup (240 grams)
• Unsalted Butter: 1/2 cup (113 grams)
• Light Brown Sugar: 1/2 cup (packed, 100 grams)
• Granulated Sugar: 2 tablespoons (30 grams)
• Large Eggs: 2
• Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
• All-Purpose Flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
• Baking Powder: 1 teaspoon
• Baking Soda: 1/2 teaspoon
• Cinnamon Powder: 1 tablespoon
• Nutmeg (optional): 1/4 teaspoon (can be omitted if not preferred)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes at 375°F (190°C)

Difficulty Level:

Level 2 (Simple to Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, cream together the pumpkin puree, butter, and both sugars until smooth.
2. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop the dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
6. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information: (per cookie assuming 8 cookies per recipe)

• Calories: 189
• Fat: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 29g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• These cookies are soft, moist, and have a strong pumpkin flavor with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for fall and winter.

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are so easy to make and taste amazing! My family loved them." - John Doe
2. "Great recipe for pumpkin lovers! The cookies are so soft and delicious." - Jane Smith
3. "I omitted the nutmeg as I'm not a fan, but the cookies were still great." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the dough; it will result in tough cookies.
• Adjust the baking time according to your oven's calibration. Check the cookies after 12 minutes to avoid burning.
• Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and soft for longer.