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Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

Delicious, chewy cookies that combine the flavors of pumpkin and oats, packed with chocolate chips for a sweet treat any time of year.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Canned pumpkin puree works perfectly.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing.
  • 2 large eggs Can be substituted with flaxseed meal or applesauce for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats Quick oats can be used, but texture may vary.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Add more for a spicier version.
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg For a pumpkin spice flavor, mix in pumpkin spice.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Final Touch

  • 1 cup chocolate chips You can sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top before serving.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  • Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Baking

  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies are best served warm. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week or freeze for up to three months.
Keyword Baking with Kids, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Fall Treats, Oatmeal Cookies, Pumpkin Cookies