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
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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