Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cooked and mashed pumpkin (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well.
- In another bowl, mix the cooked and mashed pumpkin, sugar, vegetable oil or melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well until a soft dough forms.
- Drop the dough by spoonful onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 cookies)
Calories: Approx. 250 calories per cookie (depending on the ingredients used)
Fat: Approx. 12g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
Protein: Approx. 3g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients and brands used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies are soft and moist with a subtle pumpkin flavor. The addition of cinnamon and nutmeg enhances the autumn flavors.
- They are perfect for any time of year but especially during autumn and winter.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so delicious! The pumpkin flavor is just perfect." - John Doe, New York
- "I love how soft and moist these cookies are. They are a great addition to my dessert table." - Jane Smith, California
- "This is a great recipe for pumpkin lovers! The cookies are so tasty and easy to make." - Michael Johnson, Texas
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh or canned pumpkin puree, not the pie filling which contains additional ingredients like sugar and spices.
- For best results, let the cookies cool completely before serving to allow them to set properly.
- Adjust the spices like cinnamon and nutmeg according to your preference for a stronger or more subtle flavor profile.
