Pumpkin Orange Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these irresistible Pumpkin Orange Cookies! Perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering, these cookies combine the warmth of pumpkin spice with the zesty tang of orange. Soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, they're guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get the recipe now and make this year's Thanksgiving unforgettable!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 102.2 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Pumpkin Orange Cookies

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Orange Cookies

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How to Make Pumpkin Orange Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add 3/4 cup packed brown sugar and beat until well combined.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 cup pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup orange juice, and 1 tablespoon orange zest. Mix until just combined.
  5. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. **For the Glaze:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons orange juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Add more orange juice, 1 teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
  10. Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle or spread the glaze over the top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

12g

Carbs

5g

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