Description
These soft and chewy pumpkin and pineapple cookies are a delightful twist on classic fall treats. The sweetness of pineapple complements the earthy pumpkin, while warm spices add cozy flavor. Perfect for holiday baking or anytime you crave a unique cookie.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add egg and vanilla extract; beat until combined. Mix in pumpkin puree and drained crushed pineapple until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Fold in chopped pecans if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough (about 1.5 tablespoons each) onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until edges are set and lightly golden. Centers will appear slightly soft.
- Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly to avoid excess moisture.
- If the dough seems too sticky, chill for 20 minutes before scooping.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT14M
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 18mg