Ingredients and Weight:
- Pumpkin Puree: 1 cup (240 ml)
- All-Purpose Flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
- Brown Sugar: 1 cup (packed, 200 grams)
- Unsalted Butter: ½ cup (1 stick, 113 grams)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Chocolate Chips: ½ cup (80 grams)
- Baking Soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and butter. Mix until well combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract and mix again.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir to mix.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Drop the cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving enough space between each cookie for spreading.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that these are approximate values and may vary slightly depending on the specific ingredients used.)
- Calories: Approximately 250 calories per cookie (based on a small cookie size)
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- The combination of pumpkin and chocolate creates a unique and rich flavor.
- The cookies are soft, yet have a slightly crispy edge.
- The use of brown sugar gives the cookies a nice caramelized flavor.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The perfect balance of sweet and rich flavors."
- "I love the combination of pumpkin and chocolate. This is a great fall treat."
- "These cookies are so soft and delicious. The chocolate chips add a nice crunch."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use pure pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling for the most authentic flavor.
- For best results, use room temperature eggs and butter.
- Do not overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Adjust the baking time according to your oven and the size of your cookies to achieve the desired texture.
