Enjoy the warm fall flavors with these delicious and moist fresh pumpkin oatmeal cookies. Made with real pumpkin puree, warm spices, and chewy oatmeal, these cookies are perfect for a cozy autumn treat. They are easy to make and will fill your home with the delightful aroma of fall spices. Whether you enjoy them with a cup of tea or share them with friends and family, these cookies are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the oats and raisins or chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy the fresh pumpkin oatmeal cookies as they are or store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin is a great source of fiber and vitamins A and C.
Adding chocolate chips to these cookies adds a delicious flavor contrast.
These cookies can be easily customized with your favorite mix-ins, such as nuts or dried cranberries.