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Soft Pumpkin Snickerdoodles: The Best Cinnamon Sugar Cookies Recipe

Soft Pumpkin Snickerdoodles (Cinnamon Sugar Cookies)

Deliciously soft and spiced, these pumpkin snickerdoodles are the perfect treat for fall. A unique twist on traditional snickerdoodles, they feature pumpkin puree for a moist texture and mouthwatering flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients; mix until combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon for rolling.
  7. Form dough balls and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mix.
  8. Place on a prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For a chewier cookie, underbake slightly.
  • Feel free to add chocolate chips for extra sweetness.

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Keywords: Soft Pumpkin Snickerdoodles, Cinnamon Sugar Cookies, Pumpkin Cookies, Fall Desserts