Irresistible Pumpkin Lemon Cookies
Delight in the perfect fusion of cozy pumpkin and zesty lemon in these soft, flavorful cookies—ideal for sharing or enjoying at home this autumn.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Autumn
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In another bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the pumpkin puree, egg, and lemon zest until completely combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing for tender cookies.
- Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Allow cookies to cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie - approx. 30g
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg