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Chai Spiced Pumpkin Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful warmth of Chai Spiced Pumpkin Cookies. These soft and chewy treats are a perfect blend of cozy pumpkin flavors and aromatic chai spices, making them an ideal snack for fall gatherings or a comforting afternoon pick-me-up. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, baking these cookies is a breeze, allowing you to impress friends and family with minimal effort. Whether you’re enjoying them with a hot cup of chai tea or sharing them at a holiday cookie swap, these cookies are sure to bring comfort and joy to any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup neutral oil or melted unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, oil or melted butter, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and chai spice mix.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully combined. Stir in chocolate chips if desired.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
  6. Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

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