The smell of warm pumpkin baking is one of my favorite things about cooler weather. There’s just something so comforting about it! If you love a good pumpkin treat, especially cookies, then you are in the right place.
I’ve gathered seven amazing pumpkin cookie recipes here for you. Each one offers a different take on the classic pumpkin flavor, so you’re sure to find a new favorite to bake this season.
Jump to Recipe:
- 1. Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies
- 2. Pumpkin Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies
- 3. Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
- 4. Pumpkin Oreo White Chocolate Cookies
- 5. Pumpkin Pecan Cookies
- 6. Pumpkin Salted Caramel Cookies
- 7. Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies
These soft pumpkin cheesecake cookies have a lovely creamy center that makes them extra special. They are perfect for sharing at any fall gathering or simply enjoying with a warm cup of coffee.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Cream Cheese: Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture and rich flavor in the filling.
- Chilling Dough: Chilling the cookie dough helps prevent spreading and keeps the cookies thick and chewy.
What You Need
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Canned pumpkin puree
- Cream cheese, softened
- Pumpkin pie spice
- Unsalted butter
⏱️ Time: 40 Mins🍽️ Yields: 2 Dozen
How to Make It
Step 1: Make the Filling and Dough
First, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and a little vanilla for the filling. Set this aside. Next, in a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugars, then mix in the pumpkin puree and egg. Combine your dry ingredients and slowly add them to the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Assemble and Bake the Cookies
Scoop small balls of pumpkin dough onto a baking sheet. Make a slight indentation in the center of each, then spoon a small amount of the cream cheese filling into each hollow. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
📝 Final Note
Let these cookies cool completely on a wire rack before moving them. This helps the cream cheese center set nicely.
Pumpkin Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies
These festive pumpkin cranberry cookies are packed with bright cranberries and sweet white chocolate chips. They offer a wonderful balance of sweet and tart flavors in every bite, making them a delicious autumn treat.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Dried Cranberries: Use good quality dried cranberries for the best flavor and chewiness.
- White Chocolate: White chocolate chips melt easily, so fold them in gently at the end.
What You Need
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Canned pumpkin puree
- Dried cranberries
- White chocolate chips
- Ground cinnamon
⏱️ Time: 35 Mins🍽️ Yields: 3 Dozen
How to Make It
Step 1: Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the pumpkin puree and egg until well combined. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, spices, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Step 2: Add Mix-ins and Bake
Gently fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly set and the centers are still soft.
📝 Final Note
If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice, you can make your own with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
These spiced pumpkin molasses cookies are soft, chewy, and full of warm flavors. The molasses adds a lovely depth that pairs perfectly with the pumpkin and autumn spices.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Dark Molasses: Use dark molasses for a more pronounced, classic flavor.
- Rolling in Sugar: Rolling the dough balls in granulated sugar before baking adds a lovely sparkly crust and extra texture.
What You Need
- All-purpose flour
- Molasses
- Canned pumpkin puree
- Ground ginger
- Cinnamon
- Cloves
⏱️ Time: 30 Mins🍽️ Yields: 2.5 Dozen
How to Make It
Step 1: Combine Wet and Dry
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Mix in the pumpkin puree, molasses, and egg. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and all your spices. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined and a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Roll and Bake
Scoop the dough into small balls, then roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat. Place the sugar-coated balls on a prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
📝 Final Note
For extra spice, add a pinch of black pepper to the dough – it really brightens the other spice flavors!
Pumpkin Oreo White Chocolate Cookies
These fun pumpkin Oreo white chocolate cookies combine the familiar taste of pumpkin with crunchy Oreo pieces and sweet white chocolate. They are a delightful treat for anyone who loves unique cookie combinations.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Crushed Oreos: Coarsely crush the Oreos to keep some texture in the cookies.
- Don’t Overmix: Mix the Oreo pieces and white chocolate chips in at the very end to avoid crushing them too much.
What You Need
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Canned pumpkin puree
- Crushed Oreo cookies
- White chocolate chips
- Baking powder
⏱️ Time: 35 Mins🍽️ Yields: 2 Dozen
How to Make It
Step 1: Prepare the Dough Base
Start by creaming together butter and sugars until light. Beat in the pumpkin puree and egg until smooth. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined to form a soft cookie dough.
Step 2: Fold and Bake
Gently fold in the crushed Oreo cookies and white chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough. Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-14 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are set.
📝 Final Note
For an even richer flavor, use golden Oreos if you prefer, or a mix of both regular and golden.
Pumpkin Pecan Cookies
These rustic pumpkin pecan cookies bring together the warmth of pumpkin and the satisfying crunch of pecans. They are hearty, full of natural flavors, and perfect for a cozy afternoon snack.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Toasted Pecans: Toasting pecans before adding them makes their flavor much stronger and more appealing.
- Spiced Pumpkin: A good blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves enhances the pumpkin taste.
What You Need
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Canned pumpkin puree
- Chopped pecans
- Ground cinnamon
- Unsalted butter
⏱️ Time: 30 Mins🍽️ Yields: 2 Dozen
How to Make It
Step 1: Mix Dough and Spices
Cream together softened butter and both sugars in a large bowl. Beat in the pumpkin puree and egg until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and all your spices. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Add Pecans and Bake
Stir in the chopped pecans until they are evenly distributed. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a prepared baking sheet, leaving adequate space between cookies. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
📝 Final Note
You can add a drizzle of maple glaze over cooled cookies for an extra touch of sweetness.
Pumpkin Salted Caramel Cookies
These pumpkin salted caramel cookies offer a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors. The gooey caramel adds a wonderful texture and richness that complements the soft pumpkin cookie base.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Caramel Bits: Using pre-made caramel bits or chopped soft caramels makes incorporating them easy.
- Sea Salt Flakes: A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top before baking enhances the caramel and pumpkin flavors.
What You Need
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Canned pumpkin puree
- Caramel bits or chopped caramels
- Flaky sea salt
- Pumpkin pie spice
⏱️ Time: 40 Mins🍽️ Yields: 2.5 Dozen
How to Make It
Step 1: Make the Pumpkin Cookie Dough
Cream together butter and both sugars until fluffy. Beat in the pumpkin puree and egg. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until a soft, uniform dough forms.
Step 2: Add Caramel and Bake
Gently fold in the caramel bits until they are distributed. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Lightly press down each cookie and sprinkle with a few flakes of sea salt. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until cookies are lightly golden.
📝 Final Note
These cookies are best enjoyed warm when the caramel is still gooey. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies
These classic pumpkin white chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with sweet white chocolate. They’re a simple yet satisfying pumpkin treat that everyone loves.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Quality White Chocolate: Choose good quality white chocolate chips for the best melting and flavor.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure butter and egg are at room temperature for a smoother, better-mixed dough.
What You Need
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Canned pumpkin puree
- White chocolate chips
- Vanilla extract
- Baking powder
⏱️ Time: 30 Mins🍽️ Yields: 3 Dozen
How to Make It
Step 1: Prepare Your Dough
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light. Beat in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Fold Chips and Bake
Gently fold in the white chocolate chips until they are evenly mixed. Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto a prepared baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly set and the centers are still soft.
📝 Final Note
These cookies stay fresh for several days in an airtight container. They are also great frozen and reheated slightly.
