Description
These delicious Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies combine the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with hearty oats for a perfect fall treat. Soft and moist with a sweet cinnamon glaze, they’re sure to brighten your day and satisfy your cookie cravings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups Old fashioned oats
- 1 cup All purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup Pumpkin puree
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup Molasses
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 large Eggs
Icing
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon (sprinkled)
- 2 tablespoons Water (add more if necessary)
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, freshly ground nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, molasses, and vanilla extract. Once combined, incorporate the eggs into this mixture thoroughly.
- Fold Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly add the oat mixture into the wet ingredients, folding carefully until the dough is well combined and uniform in texture.
- Shape Cookies: Using a heaping tablespoon, scoop the dough onto the prepared cookie sheets. Space the cookies adequately to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Place the trays in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Rotate the cookie sheets halfway through baking to ensure even cooking. Cookies should be set and lightly golden.
- Prepare the Icing: While cookies bake, whisk together powdered sugar, cinnamon, water, and vanilla extract until the icing is smooth and spreadable. Adjust water quantity if necessary to get desired consistency.
- Frost Cookies: Once cookies have cooled completely, generously frost each cookie with the prepared cinnamon icing. Allow the icing to harden before serving or storing.
Notes
- The pumpkin puree adds moisture and a subtle sweetness, making these cookies soft and tender.
- If the dough is too sticky, chilling it briefly can help in shaping the cookies more easily.
- For a denser oatmeal texture, use old fashioned oats as specified; quick oats will result in a softer texture.
- Make sure to cool the cookies completely before applying the icing to prevent melting and runny glaze.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
