Julia's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are legendary! My college roommate's recipe was so good, a whole batch disappeared in minutes. Get ready for a warm, spiced, and intensely delicious treat that's perfect for fall. This recipe makes approximately 24-30 cookies.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 170.9 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Julia's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

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How to Make Julia's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 cup canned pumpkin puree and 1 large egg until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips (or chunks), 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

43g

Fat

14g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Julia's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Julia's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Julia's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Julia's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies has approximately 170.9 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Julia's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies?

The key ingredients for Julia's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are Sugar, Shortening, Canned Pumpkin, Egg, Flour, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.

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