Pumpkin Spice M&M Cookies Recipe
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (blotted with a paper towel)
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Pumpkin Spice M&Ms (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2 to 3 minutes with an electric mixer.
- Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Add the blotted pumpkin puree and mix until well combined. Note: blotting the pumpkin helps remove excess moisture for a chewier cookie.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt. Ensure there are no large lumps of spice or soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Gently fold in the Pumpkin Spice M&Ms using a spatula. This ensures the candies are distributed evenly without breaking them.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough (about 1.5 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart. Press a few extra M&Ms onto the top of each dough ball for a better look. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. This allows them to set properly. Move them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.