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Pumpkin Superfood Cookies: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Clara Walker
  • Total Time: 40 minute

Ingredients

– 1 cup pumpkin puree
– 1/2 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
– 1 cup rolled oats
– 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
– 1/4 cup chia seeds or flaxseeds
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
– 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or raisins (optional)


Instructions

Making these delightful Pumpkin Superfood Cookies is simple. Follow these steps for the best results:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, almond butter, brown sugar, and honey. Mix until smooth.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together rolled oats, flour, chia seeds, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until well combined.
5. Fold in Extras: Stir in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips or raisins if using.
6. Scoop Cookies: Use a tablespoon to drop cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Enjoy: Once cooled, dive right in and enjoy your fresh Pumpkin Superfood Cookies!

The combination of tasting great and being loaded with nutrients means these cookies are not just a treat, but a smart choice for snacking.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12 cookies
  • Calories: 120 kcal per cookie
  • Fat: 5g
  • Protein: 3g