Pumpkin Sugar Cookies

Soft, spiced, and perfectly sweet, these Pumpkin Sugar Cookies are the ultimate autumn-inspired treat. Featuring a heavenly blend of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, paired with creamy pumpkin puree, these cookies are as aromatic as they are delicious. Rolled in a sparkling coat of sugar, each bite delivers a delightful crunch before melting into a tender, pillowy center. This easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and yields an impressive 36 cookies, perfect for fall gatherings, holiday dessert platters, or simply indulging with a cozy cup of coffee. Whether you’re a pumpkin lover or a cookie enthusiast, these Pumpkin Sugar Cookies are bound to become a seasonal favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the pumpkin puree, large egg, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, and beat until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground ginger.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending just until combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out dough balls and roll each one in the additional granulated sugar to coat completely.

Step 7

Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are beginning to crack slightly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Enjoy these delightful pumpkin sugar cookies with a glass of milk or a warm cup of coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1297.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4295.5

Total Fat 111.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 438.9mg	0%
Sodium 2859.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 805.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 510.3g
Protein 47.2g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 284.5mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 1143.6mg	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: 22.8%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 72.9%