Description
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cookies are the perfect autumn treat that encapsulates the cozy flavors of pumpkin and warm spices in a delightful, chewy cookie. These cookies are easy to prepare and evoke nostalgic memories of fall baking, making them a must-have for holiday gatherings or quiet evenings at home. With their soft texture and rich taste, every bite is a celebration of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup melted coconut oil
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ cup walnuts or dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cloves or ginger. - Substitute pumpkin puree with sweet potato puree for a unique twist. - Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.