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Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies: The Ultimate Fall Treat

Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies

Indulge in the warmth of fall with these deliciously chewy pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies that are perfect for any autumn gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon for rolling.
  7. Roll the dough into balls, then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  8. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a chewier texture, don’t overbake the cookies.
  • These cookies freeze well; store them in an airtight container.

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