Spiced Pumpkin and Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Soft and chewy pumpkin cookies infused with warm autumn spices and studded with rich dark chocolate chips, perfect for Halloween treats. This American-inspired Halloween recipe, ready in about 29 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, pumpkin puree, brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 130 calories and feeds 24, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 14 min Serves 24 American cuisine 130 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter, 3/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Beat in 1 large egg, 1 cup pumpkin puree, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, and 1/2 tsp salt.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Fold in 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Step 7: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set and tops look slightly dry.
  9. Step 9: Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Pumpkin and Chocolate Chip Cookies take to make?

Total time is about 29 minutes (15 min prep + 14 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Spiced Pumpkin and Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Pumpkin and Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spiced Pumpkin and Chocolate Chip Cookies for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 24 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 24). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Spiced Pumpkin and Chocolate Chip Cookies?

American halloween like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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