Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (1g)
- Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g)
- Butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks) (226g)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Pumpkin puree: 1 cup (240g)
- Eggs: 2 large
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in vanilla and pumpkin puree.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are cooked through.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 220 per cookie (based on 8 cookies)
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 16g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy
- Spicy-sweet flavor
- Perfect for fall or Halloween gatherings
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! They're so soft and fluffy, and the pumpkin flavor is perfect."
- "I love the combination of spices in these cookies. They're so warm and inviting."
- "These cookies are a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree."
- "I made these cookies for my Halloween party and they were a hit!"
- "I've tried many pumpkin cookie recipes but these are by far the best."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure not to overmix the dough, as this can result in tough cookies.
- If you don't have pumpkin puree, you can make your own by roasting a pumpkin and pureeing the flesh.
- To make these cookies gluten-free, use gluten-free flour.
- To make these cookies vegan, use vegan butter and milk.
