Description
Indulge in the ultimate fall dessert with these Double Chocolate Pumpkin Cookies. Soft, chewy, and packed with the richness of semi-sweet and dark chocolate, combined with the subtle sweetness of pumpkin and warm spices, these cookies are a treat you can’t resist. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday events, or a cozy night in!
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Combine mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Add chocolate chips: Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional dark chocolate chips.
- Shape cookies: Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Optionally, top with extra chocolate chips.
- Bake: Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
- Cool and serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store for later.
Notes
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Chilling dough: For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Customization: Add nuts, spices, or use white chocolate chips for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American