Description
Soft Pumpkin Snickerdoodles are a delightful seasonal treat that combines the comforting flavors of pumpkin and warm spices, making them perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home. These cookies boast a soft, chewy texture that melts in your mouth, making them a favorite among all ages. With their inviting aroma and beautiful golden hue, Soft Pumpkin Snickerdoodles are sure to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet cravings. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced bakers alike. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or dressed up with your favorite toppings for an extra special dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 3 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Cinnamon and sugar mixture (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until smooth. Mix in the egg and pumpkin puree until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice to the mixture until a dough forms.
- In a separate small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and coat each in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Place on parchment-lined baking sheets, slightly flatten each ball, and bake for 10-13 minutes until tops are matte. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg