Welcome the autumn season with these delightful Pumpkin Sugar Cookies, blending the classic sweetness of sugar cookies with the festive flavors of pumpkin and spices. These cookies are soft, chewy, and infused with a hint of pumpkin pie spice, making them a perfect treat for fall gatherings, Halloween parties, or a cozy night in.
Celebrate Autumn with Every Bite
This easy recipe brings the essence of fall right into your kitchen, combining the comforting taste of pumpkin with the nostalgic feel of homemade sugar cookies. Here’s how to make sure your pumpkin sugar cookies are a hit.
Pro Tips for Perfect Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
- Proper Measurement: Be sure to measure your flour correctly by spooning it into the measuring cup and leveling it off with a knife to avoid dense cookies.
- Creaming Method: Cream the butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which introduces air into the dough, helping to produce a lighter cookie.
- Pumpkin Puree: Use just enough pumpkin puree to impart flavor and moisture without making the dough too wet, which could affect the texture of the cookies.
- Chilling the Dough: If you have time, chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking can help the flavors meld together and prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
- Watch the Baking Time: Pumpkin Sugar Cookies should be removed from the oven as soon as the edges turn golden to ensure they remain soft in the center after cooling.
Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 8-10 minutes per batch
- Serving: Makes about 24 cookies
- Equipment: Baking sheet, parchment paper, mixing bowls
A festive treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Optional: Sugar for sprinkling
Directions:
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until well combined.
- Combine with Dry Ingredients: Gradually blend in the dry ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Stir in the pumpkin pie spice.
- Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly and sprinkle with sugar if using.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
A Sweet Addition to Your Fall Festivities
These Pumpkin Sugar Cookies are sure to bring a smile to anyone who tries them. Serve them at your next fall event, or bake a batch to share with friends and family as a sweet way to welcome the season. Their aromatic spice and tender texture make these cookies an irresistible autumn treat.
