Fall is here, and for me, that means baking. Especially pumpkin cookies! I love how warm and cozy pumpkin makes everything feel in any treat.
If you’re like me and really enjoy that lovely pumpkin flavor, you’re in for a nice collection today. I’ve gathered six of my favorite pumpkin cookie recipes for you to try.
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- 1. Pumpkin Cheesecake Snickerdoodle Cookies
- 2. Pumpkin Frosted Cookies
- 3. Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
- 4. Pumpkin Protein Cookies
- 5. Pumpkin Sugar Cream Cheese Cookies
- 6. Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delicious Pumpkin Cheesecake Snickerdoodle Cookies
These cookies bring together the creamy taste of cheesecake with classic snickerdoodle spice.
You get soft pumpkin cookies rolled in cinnamon sugar, making them extra special for any fall gathering.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Pumpkin Snickerdoodle
- Cream Cheese Filling: Use softened cream cheese for a smooth, easy-to-mix filling. This helps it blend well into the cookie dough without lumps.
- Cinnamon Sugar Coating: Make sure your cinnamon sugar has enough cinnamon to really stand out. Roll the cookie dough balls generously for a great texture and flavor.
What You Need for Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies
- All-purpose flour
- Pumpkin puree
- Cream cheese, softened
- Butter
- Granulated sugar & Brown sugar
- Cinnamon & Pumpkin pie spice
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 24 cookies
How to Make Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Cookies
Step 1: Make the Filling and Dough
Beat softened cream cheese, a little sugar, and an egg yolk for the filling. Set this aside. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar, then mix in pumpkin puree. Add your flour, baking soda, and spices to make the cookie dough.
Step 2: Assemble and Bake
Take a spoonful of cookie dough and flatten it out. Place a small amount of cream cheese filling in the middle. Cover it with more dough, roll into a ball, and then coat it completely in cinnamon sugar. Bake until the cookies are golden.
📝 Final Note
Store these cookies in an airtight container in the fridge because of the cream cheese filling. They keep well for up to 3 days.
Simple Pumpkin Frosted Cookies Recipe
These soft pumpkin cookies are simple and delicious, topped with a creamy pumpkin frosting.
They are perfect for anyone who loves a sweet, spiced cookie with extra fall flavor on top.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Pumpkin Frosted Cookies
- Pumpkin Pie Spice: A good quality pumpkin pie spice mix is key for the best cookie flavor. You can even add a little extra if you like a stronger spice taste.
- Softened Butter: For the frosting, use butter that’s truly softened, not melted. This helps create a smooth, light texture for easy spreading.
What You Need for Pumpkin Cookies with Frosting
- Pumpkin puree
- All-purpose flour
- Butter, softened
- Brown sugar & Powdered sugar
- Egg
- Pumpkin pie spice
⏱️ Time: 45 minutes🍽️ Yields: 18 cookies
How to Make Frosted Pumpkin Cookies
Step 1: Bake the Cookies
Combine softened butter, sugar, and pumpkin puree in a bowl. Mix in your dry ingredients like flour, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet and bake until the edges are set.
Step 2: Prepare the Frosting
While your cookies cool down, beat softened butter with powdered sugar and a touch of pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until it’s fluffy. Spread this frosting generously over your completely cooled cookies.
📝 Final Note
Make sure your cookies are completely cool before frosting them. If they are even a little warm, the frosting will melt and slide off.
Chewy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies for Fall
These wholesome pumpkin oatmeal cookies are chewy and full of warm spice, perfect for a cozy treat.
They are a comforting snack, great for sharing or enjoying with your morning coffee.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
- Old-Fashioned Oats: Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best chewy texture in your cookies. Instant oats can make the cookies too soft and less satisfying.
- Warm Spices: Don’t be afraid to use your favorite fall spices. A mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of cloves really helps bring out the pumpkin flavor.
What You Need for Oatmeal Pumpkin Cookies
- Old-fashioned oats
- Pumpkin puree
- All-purpose flour
- Butter, softened
- Brown sugar
- Cinnamon & Nutmeg
⏱️ Time: 35 minutes🍽️ Yields: 20 cookies
How to Make Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Step 1: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
In one bowl, whisk together your flour, oats, baking soda, and all your spices. In another bowl, cream butter and sugars, then mix in pumpkin puree and one egg until smooth.
Step 2: Mix Dough and Bake
Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until they are just combined. Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet and bake until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
📝 Final Note
These cookies often taste even better the next day as the flavors have more time to blend together. Store them in an airtight container.
Healthy Pumpkin Protein Cookies Recipe
Enjoy these healthier pumpkin protein cookies for a boost of energy without too much fuss.
They are soft, nicely spiced, and a great way to get your pumpkin fix while staying on track.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Protein Pumpkin Cookies
- Protein Powder Choice: Use a vanilla or unflavored whey or plant-based protein powder for best results. You might need to adjust the liquid slightly if your protein powder is very absorbent.
- Natural Sweeteners: Consider using maple syrup or a little stevia along with a minimal amount of brown sugar to keep these cookies on the healthier side.
What You Need for Pumpkin Protein Cookies
- Vanilla protein powder
- Pumpkin puree
- Oat flour (or blended rolled oats)
- Maple syrup or honey
- Egg
- Pumpkin pie spice
⏱️ Time: 25 minutes🍽️ Yields: 16 cookies
How to Make Pumpkin Protein Cookies
Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Dough
Mix pumpkin puree, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Stir in protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, and pumpkin pie spice until a thick dough forms.
Step 2: Shape and Bake
Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Gently flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers. Bake until they are firm to the touch.
📝 Final Note
These cookies are great for meal prep; store them in an airtight container for a quick and wholesome snack throughout your week.
Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cream Cheese Cookies
These pumpkin sugar cookies are incredibly soft and chewy, featuring a cream cheese base that makes them extra rich.
The pleasant hint of pumpkin makes them perfect for fall, a delightful twist on a classic.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
- Softened Cream Cheese: Ensure your cream cheese is very soft before mixing. This helps achieve a smooth, lump-free dough that bakes evenly and gives a soft texture.
- Chilling the Dough: Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much. This keeps them thick and wonderfully soft.
What You Need for Cream Cheese Pumpkin Cookies
- Cream cheese, softened
- Butter, softened
- Granulated sugar
- All-purpose flour
- Pumpkin puree
- Egg & Vanilla extract
⏱️ Time: 40 minutes (plus chilling)🍽️ Yields: 24 cookies
How to Make Pumpkin Sugar Cream Cheese Cookies
Step 1: Make the Cream Cheese Dough
Cream together softened cream cheese and butter with sugar. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until well combined. Slowly add flour, baking powder, and pumpkin pie spice, then chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Roll and Bake Cookies
Roll your chilled dough into small, even balls. If you like, you can roll them in a bit of cinnamon sugar for extra flavor. Place them on a prepared baking sheet and bake until they are lightly golden around the edges.
📝 Final Note
These cookies are best stored at room temperature for a few days in an airtight container. If you plan to keep them longer, refrigerate them.
Lovely Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies combine the warm, spiced flavor of pumpkin with sweet, creamy white chocolate chips.
They are a delightful treat that everyone will surely enjoy, perfect for a cozy afternoon.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Pumpkin White Chocolate Cookies
- White Chocolate Chips: Use good quality white chocolate chips or even chopped white chocolate bars for a better melt and richer flavor in your cookies.
- Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the cookie dough can make the cookies tough. Mix only until the ingredients are just combined after adding the dry ingredients and chocolate chips.
What You Need for White Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies
- All-purpose flour
- Pumpkin puree
- Butter, softened
- Brown sugar & Granulated sugar
- White chocolate chips
- Cinnamon & Nutmeg
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 22 cookies
How to Make Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Dough
Cream together butter and both sugars. Beat in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, spices) and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips.
Step 2: Bake Until Golden
Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Bake until the edges are golden brown and the centers are soft but set.
📝 Final Note
For extra soft cookies, slightly underbake them by a minute or two. Let them finish cooling on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
