Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Indulge in the warmth of fall with these pumpkin oatmeal cookies. Soft, chewy, and bursting with spices, they offer a delicious hug in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy afternoons at home, these cookies are easy to whip up and sure to impress. With optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts, you can customize them to suit your taste. Grab your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch that friends and family will rave about!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together rolled oats, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg