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Published: September 5, 2019 Last Modified: September 6, 2019 By Sara 39 Comments

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are light and fluffy cookies made with pumpkin puree and plenty of chocolate chips. A one bowl cookie recipe that’s perfect for the fall!

Chocolate chip cookies are a universally adored treat. When you add pumpkin and fall spices to the mix, you get an amazingly delicious cookie that’s perfect for snack time, lunch boxes or any fall gathering. If you love pumpkin, don’t miss my amazingly delicious pumpkin gooey butter cake!

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Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack.

‘Tis the season for everything pumpkin and I’m not complaining. Especially because I finally don’t feel guilty for breaking out these pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. If you’re into the season of pumpkin like I am, you’ll want to put this recipe at the top of your fall must-make list.

HOW DO YOU MAKE PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES?

This is one easy recipe that starts with your typical cookie ingredients of flour, sugar and eggs. This recipe also includes pumpkin puree, oil for moisture, and plenty of chocolate chips. Everything gets stirred together, then the dough is chilled until it’s firm enough to scoop. Place your balls of dough on a sheet pan, decorate the tops of the cookies with more chocolate, then bake and enjoy!

Pumpkin, flour, baking powder and cinnamon in a mixing bowl.

Tips for pumpkin chocolate chip cookies

  • It is best to use canned pumpkin puree for your pumpkin chocolate cookies; do not use canned pumpkin pie filling.
  • If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice at home, you can easily make your own for this recipe. Combine 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ginger, and 1/8 teaspoon each of ground cloves and ground nutmeg. Stir all of these spices into your dough and you’ll be ready to go.
  • You can use semi sweet chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips for these pumpkin cookies. You could even make a little frosting to go over the top, such as a cream cheese or chocolate flavored version.
  • For the prettiest presentation, add a few chocolate chips onto the top of each pumpkin cookie before they go into the oven.
  • The baked cookies can be stored in an airtight container for 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

Pumpkin cookie batter with chocolate chips in a bowl.

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PUMPKIN PUREE AND PUMPKIN PIE FILLING?

Pumpkin puree is just pure pumpkin turned into a puree with no added ingredients. This means it’s all natural and there’s no flavoring added–it’s just good ole pumpkin. The pumpkin pie filling is a flavored pie filling and cannot be readily substituted for pumpkin puree in recipes.

Dollops of pumpkin chocolate chip cookie dough on a baking sheet.

WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF PUMPKIN?

Pumpkin is extremely good for your digestive system and is even great to feed pets in order to settle their stomach. However, that’s not the only health benefit pumpkin carries. It also is great for your heart and contains a lot of vital nutrients your body needs on a daily basis. These cookies aren’t necessarily the healthiest way to enjoy pumpkin since they contain sugar and oil, but you can consume pumpkin in other ways to get your dose of vitamins and minerals.

A stack of pumpkin chocolate chip cookies.

I don’t think these pumpkin chocolate cookies got to cool down before they were gone. Just beware, it’s really easy to eat about a dozen of these before you even realize what you just did. It’s only for the fall so indulge and enjoy!

A plate of pumpkin chocolate chip cookies.

MORE PUMPKIN RECIPES YOU’LL LOVE

  • Pumpkin Spice Cake
  • No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake
  • Pumpkin Churro French Toast Sticks
  • Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins
  • Pumpkin Meringue Pie 

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Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack.
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are light and fluffy cookies made with pumpkin puree, spices and plenty of chocolate chips. A one bowl cookie recipe that's perfect for the fall!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 18
Calories 205kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips plus more to sprinkle over the tops of the cookies

Instructions

  • Place the pumpkin puree, oil, sugar, egg and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
  • Add the baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, salt and flour to the bowl. Stir until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Cover the bowl and chill the dough for at least one hour, or up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat.
  • Place 2 tablespoons of batter onto the baking sheet at a time, keeping the cookies 2 inches apart. Press a few chocolate chips into the top of each cookie.
  • Bake for 8-12 minutes or until tops are set and edges are light golden brown. 
  • Let sit 5 minutes, then transfer the cookies to a cooling rack. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
  • Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 131mg | Potassium: 176mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 2140IU | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1.9mg
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This post was originally published on September 13, 2018 and was updated on September 5, 2019 with new content.

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    Comments

    1. Taylor says

      October 2, 2019 at 4:59 pm

      My dough seems a little to sticky and wet to from i to balls. Any suggestions?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        October 5, 2019 at 9:00 am

        It sounds like your dough needs to chill for longer!

        Reply
    2. Annie says

      September 30, 2019 at 8:56 pm

      Can applesauce be used in place of oil?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        September 30, 2019 at 10:16 pm

        I’d use 1/2 applesauce, 1/2 oil!

        Reply
    3. Ky says

      September 19, 2019 at 11:30 am

      5 stars
      Made these last night with a 3 year old. Super easy recipe, lots of fun! They are delicious. Big hit in the household!

      Reply
    4. Cathy says

      September 13, 2019 at 9:47 am

      The best combo ever!

      Reply
    5. Amy says

      September 8, 2019 at 7:02 am

      My cookies didn’t flatten like the picture.
      Is the baking soda & baking powder the right measurement?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        September 8, 2019 at 11:21 am

        If you want flat cookies you can press the dough down a bit before you bake it. The measurements are correct, I just made these last week!

        Reply
    6. Taylor says

      September 8, 2019 at 6:48 am

      5 stars
      These are my FAVORITE cookies during the fall! So delicious!

      Reply
    7. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

      September 8, 2019 at 6:12 am

      5 stars
      These cookies would disappear in our house!

      Reply
    8. Jacque Hooper says

      September 7, 2019 at 4:16 pm

      5 stars
      Hands down delicious! Looking forward to enjoying these little bites of heaven all season long!

      Reply
    9. Kimberly says

      September 7, 2019 at 12:21 pm

      These look so good and they’re getting me excited for the fall!

      Reply
    10. Nicole says

      September 19, 2018 at 11:03 am

      Pimpkin chocolate chip cookies are my absolute favorite! I have never tried them homemade but I sure am now! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    11. Debbie says

      September 16, 2018 at 8:41 pm

      5 stars
      I love pumpkin and chocolate! These are a must to make!

      Reply
    12. Elle says

      September 16, 2018 at 12:20 pm

      I love warm cookies. My husband and my girls are the ones who bake in my home. I’ll have to share this recipe with them.

      Reply
    13. Jayne @ Sticky Mud and Belly Laughs says

      September 15, 2018 at 8:58 pm

      These look amazing! I don’t think they would last long in our house! Thanks for sharing. 🙂

      Reply
    14. cassy | blissfully her says

      September 15, 2018 at 8:12 pm

      5 stars
      I’m usually not a fan of pumpkin, but I love the pumpkin/chocolate combo! Definitely need to try these!

      Reply
    15. Evelyn Hernandez says

      September 15, 2018 at 3:49 pm

      I would love to bake a batch for my cookie monster son, they look delicious.

      Reply
    16. Maartje says

      September 15, 2018 at 10:16 am

      5 stars
      Somehow, I’m really shit at baking cookies. These look really good though so i might give it one last try…

      Reply
    17. Czjai Reyes-Ocampo says

      September 15, 2018 at 6:31 am

      Such an interesting combination! I think this is a great way to get kids to eat pumpkin. 😉

      Reply
    18. Preet says

      September 15, 2018 at 2:24 am

      This looks so delightful and tasty. I just love everything about this!. This would disappear in no time at our house!.

      Reply
    19. Tasha at Lady Boss Studio says

      September 14, 2018 at 3:35 pm

      All my favourite things! Pumpkin, chocolate and cookies. Looking forward to trying this recipe.

      Reply
    20. Amber Solis says

      September 14, 2018 at 11:08 am

      Definitely a mix of flavor I never would have thought about but they look so yummy. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
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