Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Molasses Cookies are the quintessential fall treat that brings warmth and comfort with every bite. Bursting with the rich flavors of pumpkin and molasses, these cookies are soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced to capture the essence of autumn. Ideal for sharing at gatherings, enjoying with your favorite warm beverage, or simply savoring as a snack, they are versatile enough to suit any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 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 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 tbsp 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
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and black pepper; set aside.
- In a stand mixer, cream together butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add molasses and pumpkin puree; mix well.
- Incorporate the egg into the wet mixture. Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
- Chill dough in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll chilled dough into balls, coat in sugar, and place on prepared sheets.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a glass before baking for 12-14 minutes until set.
- Allow cookies to cool before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg