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Irresistible Creamy Pumpkin Lemon Cookies

Irresistible Creamy Pumpkin Lemon Cookies You'll Crave Forever

Delight in the unique flavors of Irresistible Creamy Pumpkin Lemon Cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blends.
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Opt for pure pumpkin puree (not pie filling).
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 large Egg Can be replaced with a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Imparts fresh, zesty flavor.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Perfect for chocolate lovers.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • 1 tablespoon Alternative Citrus Zests Experiment with orange or lime zest.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Cookie Scoop
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, blend the pumpkin puree, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
  4. Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheets, leaving about two inches between each scoop.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before moving them to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Optional: Drizzle with a lemon glaze for added sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze extras for future snacking. Use fresh lemon zest for optimal flavor.

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