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Deliciously Buttery Honey Pumpkin Cookies to Savor

Buttery Honey Pumpkin Cookies made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add honey and pumpkin puree to the creamed mixture and mix until well blended.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  • If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them a few inches apart.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.