Description
Spiced Pumpkin Shortbread Cookies are the perfect autumn treat that captures the essence of fall with every bite. These tender, buttery cookies blend rich pumpkin puree and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a delightful flavor experience. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and inviting aroma, they are ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying during cozy evenings at home. Bake a batch today to savor this seasonal delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in the pumpkin puree until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between them.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden. Allow cooling on wire racks and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg