Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Pumpkin Spice Cookies
These delightful Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Pumpkin Spice Cookies are a perfect blend of autumn flavors and hearty oats, making them a seasonal favorite. This recipe yields a generous batch of 48 cookies that are incredibly soft and bursting with pumpkin goodness. The cinnamon and nutmeg add warm spices that perfectly complement the sweetness of the brown and white sugars. You can customize the recipe by swapping out raisins for chocolate chips or nuts for an extra crunch. As you bake, your kitchen will fill with a delightful aroma that beckons everyone to indulge in these delicious treats. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee or shared with friends, these cookies will surely become a staple in your pantry during the fall and beyond.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (measured)
quick-cooking oats
1 cup (measured)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (measured)
ground cinnamon
1.5 teaspoons (measured)
ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon (measured)
salt
0.5 teaspoon (measured)
butter
1 cup (softened)
brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
white sugar
1 cup (measured)
large eggs
2 (beaten)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (measured)
canned pumpkin puree
1 cup (measured)
raisins
2 cups (measured)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, quick-cooking oats, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
4
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract and canned pumpkin puree until the batter is well combined.
5
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, stirring until fully blended and no flour pockets remain.
6
Gently fold in the raisins (or your choice of chocolate chips or nuts) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Using a rounded tablespoon (or a cookie scoop), drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. For a chewier cookie, you can extend the baking time by a couple of minutes.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the yield of the Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Pumpkin Spice Cookies recipe?
This recipe yields a generous batch of approximately 48 cookies.
What oven temperature is required for baking these cookies?
You should preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
How long should the cookies stay in the oven?
The cookies should be baked for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
What type of oats are used in this pumpkin cookie recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of measured quick-cooking oats.
Can I substitute raisins with other ingredients?
Yes, you can customize the recipe by swapping the raisins for chocolate chips or your choice of nuts.
How much pumpkin puree is needed for the dough?
The recipe requires 1 cup of measured canned pumpkin puree.
What spices give these cookies their pumpkin spice flavor?
The flavor comes from 1.5 teaspoons of ground cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
Should the baking sheets be greased before dropping the dough?
No, the instructions specify dropping the dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
How far apart should the cookie dough be spaced on the sheet?
The dough should be spaced about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
What is the recommended way to measure the dough portions?
You can use a rounded tablespoon or a cookie scoop to drop the dough onto the sheets.
How long should the cookies cool before moving them to a wire rack?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
What sugars are required for this cookie recipe?
You will need 1 cup of packed brown sugar and 1 cup of measured white sugar.
How many eggs does the recipe require?
The recipe calls for 2 large eggs, beaten.
Can I make these cookies even chewier?
Yes, for a chewier cookie, you can extend the baking time by a couple of minutes.
What is the first step in mixing the wet ingredients?
The first step is to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth and fluffy.
How much flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 2 cups of measured all-purpose flour.
When should the dry ingredients be added to the mixture?
The dry ingredient mixture should be gradually incorporated into the wet mixture after the pumpkin and eggs are combined.
What is the preparation method for the butter?
The butter should be softened before being creamed with the sugars.
Is salt included in these cookies?
Yes, the recipe includes 0.5 teaspoon of measured salt.
Is baking soda or baking powder used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much vanilla extract is added?
The recipe includes 1 teaspoon of measured vanilla extract.
What texture can I expect from these cookies?
These cookies are described as being incredibly soft and chewy with a hearty texture from the oats.
How should I add the eggs to the batter?
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
What category of food do these fall into?
They are classified under cookies, desserts, and fall recipes.
How many total ingredients are needed?
There are 13 total ingredients required for this recipe.
Can these cookies be served with drinks?
Yes, they are particularly delicious when enjoyed with a cup of coffee.
How are the raisins added to the dough?
The raisins should be gently folded into the batter until they are evenly distributed.
What should the dry ingredient mixture consist of?
It consists of all-purpose flour, quick-cooking oats, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Are these cookies considered a seasonal treat?
Yes, they are described as a perfect blend of autumn flavors and a seasonal favorite for the fall.
What indicates that the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden, usually after 10 to 12 minutes.