No Guilt Pumpkin Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these moist and delicious pumpkin cookies without the guilt! Perfect for kids' lunches, after-school snacks, or satisfying your sweet tooth anytime. Made with wholesome ingredients, these cookies are incredibly versatile – substitute cooked, pureed squash for pumpkin if needed. Plus, they freeze beautifully, so double or triple the batch for endless enjoyment!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 46 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for No Guilt Pumpkin Cookies

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How to Make No Guilt Pumpkin Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened margarine and ¾ cup packed light brown sugar and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 cup pumpkin puree, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Insert a toothpick into the center – it should come out with a few moist crumbs attached.
  8. 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

2 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

1g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make No Guilt Pumpkin Cookies?

No Guilt Pumpkin Cookies takes about 47 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 27 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in No Guilt Pumpkin Cookies?

No Guilt Pumpkin Cookies has approximately 46 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for No Guilt Pumpkin Cookies?

The key ingredients for No Guilt Pumpkin Cookies are Sugar, Brown Sugar, Margarine, Canned Pumpkin, Vanilla, Egg. See the full list with measurements above.

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