Thomas Graham
@gratho
Spicy Pumpkin Chocolate Cookies Delight
These Spicy Pumpkin Chocolate Cookies are a delightful blend of warm spices and rich chocolate, perfect for fall or any time you crave a sweet treat. The combination of pumpkin puree and spices creates a soft, chewy cookie with a hint of heat from cayenne pepper, balanced by the sweetness of chocolate chips and candy-coated chocolate pieces.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Meal Type:snack
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:14
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time9 min.
- Total time34 min.
- Servings24
Ingredients
- 1 cup, divided
- 1/2 cup, melted
- 1/4 cup
- 6 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 1/2 cups
- 2 1/4 teaspoons, divided
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 cup
- 1/2 teaspoon, or to taste
- 1/2 cup (such as M&M's®)
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Spicy Pumpkin Chocolate Cookies Delight.
Step 1
In a spacious mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of white sugar, melted butter, and dark brown sugar, whisking until the blend is smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Introduce the pumpkin puree and a splash of vanilla extract, continuing to whisk until the mixture is velvety.
Step 3
In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, salt, baking soda, and baking powder, creating a fragrant dry mix.
Step 4
Gradually incorporate this dry mixture into the sugar-butter blend, stirring gently until just combined.
Step 5
Fold in the miniature semisweet chocolate chips with care.
Step 6
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 7
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat® mat.
Step 8
Once the dough is chilled, scoop 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough and roll it into a ball, placing it on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 9
Repeat this process, ensuring the dough balls are spaced at least 2 inches apart.
Step 10
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of white sugar with 3/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and a hint of cayenne pepper for a delightful kick.
Step 11
Roll each dough ball in this spicy cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated, then gently flatten the tops before baking.
Step 12
Bake in the preheated oven for about 9 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the cookies look slightly under-baked.
Step 13
As soon as they come out of the oven, adorn each cookie with candy-coated chocolate pieces, allowing them to melt slightly.
Step 14
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 15
Enjoy the warm, spiced aroma that fills your kitchen as these delightful treats come to life!.