Easy Ways to Make Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles for Beginners

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Pumpkin spice snickerdoodles –If you’re in the mood for a delightful fall treat, then these Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles are perfect for you! Soft, chewy, and bursting with the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices, they’re a great addition to any autumn gathering. Let’s dive right in!

Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles

These cookies bring together the classic snickerdoodle with a seasonal twist. You’ll be amazed at how quickly they disappear once you set them out!

Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract; beat until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon for the rolling mixture.
  6. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, take a portion of the dough, roll it into a ball, and then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  7. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden, but the centers are still soft.
  9. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy these delicious Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles with a warm cup of cider or your favorite fall beverage. They’re sure to become a seasonal favorite!