Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies. Perfectly spiced and irresistibly soft, these cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion, whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of tea or sharing them at family gatherings. The warm notes of pumpkin pie spice combined with rich molasses create a comforting flavor that will envelop your senses. Best of all, this simple recipe makes it easy to whip up a batch whenever the craving strikes!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/3 cups flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 Tbs butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and black pepper.
- Cream butter, brown sugar, molasses, and pumpkin puree in a mixer until smooth.
- Add the egg and mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll chilled dough into balls, coat in sugar, and place on baking sheets.
- Flatten slightly and bake for 12-14 minutes until set but soft.
- Cool on sheets for five minutes before transferring to racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (32g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg