These Pumpkin Pecan White Chocolate Cookies are the perfect fall treat. The combination of pumpkin, pecans, and white chocolate creates a rich and flavorful cookie that is sure to please any crowd. These cookies are soft, chewy, and full of warm spices, making them the perfect addition to your holiday baking repertoire.
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin, sugar, vegetable oil, and egg.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Stir dry ingredients into pumpkin mixture until well blended.
- Fold in pecans and white chocolate chips.
- Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
White chocolate is made from cocoa butter, milk solids, and sugar, giving it a creamy and sweet flavor.
Pecans are a good source of healthy fats and fiber, making them a nutritious addition to these cookies.