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chai pumpkin cookies recipe

Irresistibly Chewy Chai Pumpkin Cookies Recipe for Fall

This chai pumpkin cookies recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional cookies, perfect for fall with warm chai spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree key ingredient for moist texture
  • 1 cup brown sugar adds rich sweetness
  • ½ cup neutral oil or melted butter use melted butter for richer taste
  • 1 large egg yolk can substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour forms the base of the dough
  • 1 tablespoon chai spice blend infuses warm flavors
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps cookies rise
Optional Toppings
  • to taste maple glaze adds a sweet finish
  • to taste cream cheese frosting offers a rich contrast

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, neutral oil or melted butter, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, chai spice blend, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  3. Cover dough and chill for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Remove chilled dough and scoop onto baking sheets, placing them 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and center looks soft.
  7. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Optional: Drizzle with maple glaze or spread with cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 65mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for the best texture. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

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