Thick & Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Thick & Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies bring together the rich flavor of pumpkin and the sweetness of chocolate, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture
- 2/3 cup Libby's Pumpkin Puree, room temperature Provides moisture and flavor
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Sweetener
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed Adds moisture and depth of flavor
- 2 large egg yolks, room temperature Binds ingredients and adds richness
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor
Dry Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour Forms the structure
- 2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice Adds warm and aromatic flavors
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt Balances sweetness
Mix-ins
- 1 cup finely chopped chocolate bar or chocolate chips Adds sweetness and texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by taking the cold unsalted butter and cut it into small pieces. Place it into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the room-temperature Libby's Pumpkin Puree to the bowl with the cold butter and mix until smooth.
- Introduce the granulated sugar and light brown sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Add the large egg yolks and vanilla extract and mix until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients in batches, mixing it slowly.
- Fold in the finely chopped chocolate bar or chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Preheat your oven to the appropriate temperature. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each scoop.
- Bake the cookies until lightly golden around the edges, then cool on a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, ensure your butter is cold and mix just until combined to avoid tough cookies. You can customize with nuts or different types of chocolate.