Description
These Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the warm flavors of pumpkin and autumn spices with rich chocolate chips for a deliciously wholesome treat. Made with whole wheat flour and coconut sugar, these cookies offer a nutritious twist on a classic favorite, perfect for fall or anytime you crave a sweet yet healthy snack.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups white whole wheat flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
Add-Ins
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the canned pumpkin, coconut sugar, coconut oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and thoroughly incorporated.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the white whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and fine sea salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just blended to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies. Then gently fold in the chocolate chips evenly through the dough.
- Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-11 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling, to avoid extra sugars and spices.
- White whole wheat flour provides a lighter texture than regular whole wheat while keeping the nutritional benefits.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate for a less sweet option.
- Allow cookies to cool properly to set and avoid crumbling when handled.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
