Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies Recipe

These cute-as-a-button Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies are perfect for Halloween! Inspired by a classic Pillsbury recipe, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to decorate. Imagine a charming pumpkin patch, complete with pretzel stems and vibrant green frosting (optional). Pair them with your favorite Halloween treats for a truly memorable celebration. Get ready for compliments – these cookies are almost too cute to eat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 39 mins
Calories 110.2 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies

  • Peanut Butter Cookies
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • All Purpose Flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • Pretzel Sticks

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How to Make Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease two baking sheets with cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup peanut butter, ½ cup (1 stick) softened butter, and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg yolk.
  5. Gradually add 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon baking soda, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour ½ cup granulated sugar into a small bowl.
  7. Roll dough into 28 balls (approximately 1 inch in diameter).
  8. Roll each ball in the granulated sugar.
  9. Gently press a small pretzel stick into the top of each ball to create a pumpkin stem.
  10. Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  11. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown and centers are set.
  12. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. Once completely cool, decorate with green frosting (optional). To make the 'grass', toss coconut flakes with green food coloring diluted with a little water.
  14. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

4g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies?

Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies takes about 59 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 39 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies?

Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies has approximately 110.2 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies are Peanut Butter Cookies, Egg Yolk, All Purpose Flour, Sugar Crystals, Pretzel Sticks. See the full list with measurements above.

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