Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter )
softened (115 grams; 1 stick
- ½ cup granulated sugar )
(100 grams
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar )
(50 grams
- 1 large egg yolk
at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree )
(60 grams
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar )
(25 grams
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
- 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl whisk together the flour, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for 1 to 2 minutes or until well combined. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract, then mix in the pumpkin puree, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 3
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Cover tightly and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.
- 5
Remove the cookie dough from the refrigerator. Using a 1.5 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, making sure to leave a little room between each one.
- 6
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for the coating. Roll each ball of cookie dough in the cinnamon sugar coating and place back on the baking sheets.
- 7
Bake for 10 to 13 minutes or until the cookies are set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
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About this Recipe
Ready to embrace the cozy flavors of autumn? These Pumpkin Snickerdoodles are your answer to a perfect fall treat, offering a delightful twist on a classic. You'll find them super soft, wonderfully chewy, and bursting with the warm spices of the season.This isn't just another pumpkin cookie; it's a carefully crafted Snickerdoodle experience. The magic lies in using real pumpkin puree to ensure an incredibly moist and tender crumb, avoiding the common pitfall of dry, cakey results often found in other pumpkin cookie recipes. The addition of cream of tartar is key to that signature snickerdoodle tang and contributing to their characteristic chewy texture, while a generous coating of cinnamon and sugar provides that irresistible sweet, spiced crust that truly elevates each bite.Prepare your senses for a truly exceptional cookie. Each Pumpkin Snickerdoodle delivers a remarkably soft and chewy texture that melts in your mouth, never becoming dense or stiff. The aroma alone, a heady mix of pumpkin pie spice and pure vanilla extract, will fill your kitchen with the comforting scents of autumn. On the palate, you'll experience a harmonious blend of warm spices and subtle pumpkin, balanced by the bright sweetness of the cinnamon-sugar coating. This cookie is designed for maximum flavor and an addictive chewiness that makes it impossible to stop at just one, embodying everything you love about fall baking in a single, perfect bite.These delightful cookies are ideal for ushering in the fall season, perfect alongside a hot mug of coffee or tea, a tall glass of cold milk, or as a welcome addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table. Their beautiful coating and comforting aroma make them a crowd-pleasing treat for any autumn gathering, from casual family moments to festive holiday celebrations.