Description
Spiced Pumpkin Shortbread Cookies are the ultimate autumn indulgence, blending buttery richness with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Each cookie delivers a satisfying crunch, followed by a melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes them perfect for cozy gatherings or enjoying solo. With simple instructions, these cookies are beginner-friendly and versatile enough to savor year-round. Pair them with hot cider or coffee for a delightful treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the pumpkin puree until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until blended.
- Form small balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets; flatten slightly.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Allow to cool before transferring to wire racks.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg