Description

Soft, spiced, and rolled in cinnamon-sugar, these Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies are the perfect fall treat. With chewy centers, crisp edges, and that cozy pumpkin spice flavor, this cookie recipe is the best of autumn baking. Browning the butter adds a nutty richness, and blotting the pumpkin keeps the texture just right—tender, not cakey. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving something cozy with your coffee, this recipe delivers on every level. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and loaded with seasonal flavor, they’re sure to become a cold-weather favorite.

Ingredients

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp cream of tartar
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp ground ginger
1 cup unsalted butter (browned)
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup packed light brown sugar
⅓ cup pumpkin purée (blotted)
1 large egg yolk
2 tsp vanilla extract

2. Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:

¼ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty. Let cool.
Blot the pumpkin purée with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and spices.
In another bowl, combine browned butter, sugars, pumpkin, egg yolk, and vanilla. Mix until creamy.
Gradually stir in dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
Chill dough for 30–45 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
Mix cinnamon-sugar coating in a small bowl.
Scoop dough into balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each), roll in coating, and place on baking sheets.
Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft. Cool on sheets 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Blotting the pumpkin purée is essential for a chewy, not cakey, texture.
Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
Don’t skip chilling the dough—it enhances flavor and prevents spreading.
Try adding a pinch of cardamom for an extra-spiced variation.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American