Pumpkin Delight Drop Cookies

Get ready to fall in love with these Pumpkin Delight Drop Cookies—a soft, pillowy treat bursting with warm autumn flavors! Made with real pumpkin puree and a cozy blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, these cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and spiced. Whether you keep them simple or elevate them with a sprinkle of chopped pecans or a handful of chocolate chips, every bite melts in your mouth with seasonal goodness. Easy to whip up in just 20 minutes of prep, these no-fuss drop cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy afternoons, or anytime you’re craving fall-inspired comfort. Plus, they stay fresh for days, making them a perfect make-ahead treat for your pumpkin spice obsession!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1 count large egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Mix in the vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, and egg, beating until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

If desired, fold in the chopped pecans (or walnuts) and/or chocolate chips using a spatula.

Step 7

Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to drop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly puffed.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your Pumpkin Delight Drop Cookies! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1212.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4315.1

Total Fat 192.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 444.3mg	0%
Sodium 2024.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 616.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.2g	0%
Total Sugars 380.2g
Protein 53.9g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 431.2mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 2226.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 55.9%