Delicious and Easy Pumpkin Cookies

These soft and chewy Pumpkin Cookies are the perfect fall treat. Made with pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies have a delicate texture and a delicious flavor. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat for a Halloween party or a cozy treat for a chilly autumn evening, these cookies are sure to be a hit. Plus, they're incredibly easy to make!

Ingredients

• 1 cup (240ml) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (220g) light brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree
• 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1 cup (180g) chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and pumpkin puree.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and allspice.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If desired, stir in the chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly soft.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Enjoy these delicious pumpkin cookies with a glass of milk or a warm cup of tea!

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