Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies. Perfectly soft and gooey, these cookies are a harmonious blend of rich chocolate and warm spices that evoke the cozy essence of autumn. Made with brown butter for a nutty richness and dried pumpkin puree for a chewy texture, these treats are ideal for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a quiet evening at home. Easy to prepare and utterly satisfying, these cookies will quickly become a favorite among family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: About 15 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cold unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree (blotted dry)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 2/3 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
- Brown the butter in a large stainless steel pan until nutty and golden, then cool slightly.
- Blot the pumpkin puree to remove excess moisture.
- In a bowl, whisk cooled butter with sugars until combined, then add egg yolks, vanilla, and dried pumpkin puree.
- Gently fold in flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, salt, and chocolate chips until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared trays, spacing them apart; bake for 9-13 minutes until edges are golden but centers are soft.
- Cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg