Description
Indulge in the comforting taste of fall with these Pumpkin Chai Cookies. Each soft, chewy cookie is infused with warm chai spices and rich pumpkin flavor, making them the perfect treat for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as you bake these delightful cookies, a true celebration of autumn in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp chai spice blend (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and chai spices.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - Use fresh spices for enhanced flavor. - Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading. - For variations, add chocolate chips or nuts.