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Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe

Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe

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Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort treat with this Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Recipe! These delightful cookies are perfectly chewy, bursting with rich pumpkin flavor, and spiced just right. They’re not overly cakey or dense, making them an ideal sweet snack for any occasion—be it holiday gatherings, cozy evenings at home, or a simple afternoon treat. Easy to whip up with pantry staples, these cookies will quickly become a favorite among family and friends. Enjoy the warm flavors of fall in every bite!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree

Instructions

  1. Chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes to achieve a chewy texture.
  2. Prepare the pumpkin puree by removing excess moisture using paper towels.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, spices, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Cream together room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
  5. Add prepared pumpkin puree and mix until well combined.
  6. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just mixed; the dough will be thick.
  7. Shape dough into balls (about 3 tbsp each), roll between hands, and refrigerate for another 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350ºF and prepare a sugar coating with granulated sugar.
  9. Roll chilled dough balls in sugar and bake on lined baking sheets for about 15-19 minutes or until edges are golden.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.

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