These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are everything you love about fall in one bite: warm spices, tender texture, and sweet chocolate chips. They’re easy to make, stay soft for days, and are a perfect treat for cozy afternoons or holiday gatherings.
Love pumpkin desserts? Don’t miss our Pumpkin Spice Cake and moist Pumpkin Bread. Craving more classic sweets? Try this creamy Condensed Milk Flan or the irresistible Pineapple and Walnut Cheesecake.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add pumpkin, egg, and vanilla. Mix well.
- Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough by spoonfuls onto baking sheets, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set. Centers may look slightly soft — they will firm up while cooling.
- Cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Why I Love This Recipe
These cookies have the perfect balance: soft and cakey texture with pockets of melted chocolate and cozy autumn spices. Plus, they make your kitchen smell amazing while baking!
FAQs
Can I freeze the dough? Yes! Scoop into balls and freeze on a tray. Once solid, transfer to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 extra minutes.
How long do they stay fresh? Up to 5 days in an airtight container at room temperature.
Can I add nuts? Absolutely! Chopped walnuts or pecans work beautifully.
Conclusion
These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are soft, spiced, and loaded with chocolatey goodness. Easy to make and even easier to love. Perfect for fall baking or sharing with loved ones.
With love, Chef Yolanda.
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies – Soft, Spiced, and Perfect for Fall
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are everything you love about fall in one bite: warm spices, tender texture, and sweet chocolate chips. They’re easy to make, stay soft for days, and are a perfect treat for cozy afternoons or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add pumpkin, egg, and vanilla. Mix well.
- Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough by spoonfuls onto baking sheets, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set. Centers may look slightly soft — they will firm up while cooling.
- Cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Freeze dough balls for longer storage and fresh-baked cookies anytime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: pumpkin cookies, fall dessert, spiced cookies, chocolate chip cookies