Description
These Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies are a heartwarming, simple, and nourishing recipe perfect for crisp fall afternoons. They effortlessly come together, making them ideal for busy weeknights or fun weekend baking projects with kids. Featuring comforting spices and a chewy texture, these wholesome cookies are made with oats and real pumpkin, making them a delicious and guilt-free snack or dessert for any occasion. They are cherished as a ‘hug’ in every bite, creating magical family memories.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1½ cups
- Old-fashioned oats: 1 cup
- Baking soda: 1 tsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- Pumpkin pie spice: ½ tsp
- Salt: ½ tsp
- Unsalted butter (softened): ½ cup (1 stick)
- Granulated sugar: ½ cup
- Brown sugar (packed): ½ cup
- Large egg: 1
- Pumpkin puree: ½ cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Set aside.
3. 3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. 4. Beat in the egg, then mix in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix these Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies.
6. 6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. 7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
8. 8. Remove the Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these wonderful oatmeal pumpkin cookies!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies, Fall, Chewy, Healthy, Family Favorite, Quick, Easy, Dessert, Snack, Autumn, Cinnamon, Pumpkin Pie Spice, Wholesome