Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Cookie Recipe
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Pumpkin Snickerdoodles combines two popular cookie recipes into one tasty treat! Enjoy some chewy, scrumptious pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies from the oven in only 15 minutes!! You’ll love the pumpkin flavor!
I have to admit, I’m obsessed with these chewy pumpkin snickerdoodles. They’re not only one of the best cookies, but they taste like traditional snickerdoodles with the perfect pumpkin spice flavor.
Most people think that baked cookies like this should only be made during the fall months of the year, but I’ll happily disagree.
These are the perfect cookies that can easily take dessert to the next level of goodness.
I have no problem eating pumpkin cookies all year long, and these chewy cookies are the reason for that!
Gather all the simple ingredients needed to make this pumpkin snickerdoodle recipe – you’ll be hooked on these cakey cookies the first time you make them!
They’re my absolute favorites!
Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
All you need to make a batch of fall inspired cookies is a can of pumpkin puree and a handful of simple pantry ingredients.
These chewy snickerdoodles are perfectly tender with soft, chewy bites of pure bliss!
Plus, this original recipe is naturally egg and dairy-free, so it’s allergen-friendly too!
For another flavor combination twist, try these amazing snickerdoodle smores bars.
Melted chocolate is sandwiched between two cookie layers and topped with ooey gooey marshmallows.
Or, browse through my other pumpkin desserts for fall dessert inspiration!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Pumpkin Puree – You will need 100% pumpkin purée for this pumpkin snickerdoodles recipe, not pumpkin pie filling filling which has added sugar and spices.
Check the label carefully to be sure you select the correct one. Pure pumpkin, or real pumpkin, only. - Cream of Tartar – This is what gives each pumpkin snickerdoodle that signature tangy flavor, and it helps create the perfect soft and chewy texture as well.
This is a must ingredient for snickerdoodle recipes! - Sugar and Cinnamon – It wouldn’t be a true snickerdoodle recipe without that classic, cinnamon-sugar mixture and crunchy coating! Use granulated sugar for best results.
How to Make Perfect Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies
- Combine the wet ingredients (that includes sugar!) in a large bowl, then stir in the dry. In a separate small bowl, mix together cinnamon and sugar for the outer coating.
- Scoop out the dough and roll the cookie dough balls in the cinnamon sugar mixture before placing on a prepared baking sheet.
Leave space between each one to allow for spreading. - Bake for 9-10 minutes, then cool on the pan for about 5 minutes to help the centers set. Transfer to a wire rack or cooling rack to finish cooling.
Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Don’t overbake.
It’s best to pull these from the oven just as the edges start to brown, because the centers will continue to set as the pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies cool down.
If you leave them in until they look fully baked, your treats will end up being dry and possibly burnt.
- Boost the fall flavor.
To make your pumpkin snickerdoodles extra delicious, add up to 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice to the dry ingredients.
- Need a larger batch?
Easily double or triple the amounts listed in this pumpkin snickerdoodle cookie recipe — and grab some extra pans!
If you don’t have a double oven, you may want to refrigerate the cookie dough between batches so it doesn’t become too soft.
Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookie Recipe FAQ
Yes, though the flavor might be a bit different. That’s because some canned purees are made from a variety of winter squash (including butternut) for a sweeter, less stringy product.
Technically, yes, but it may change the overall texture and flavor of the cookies from the extra molasses. Your pumpkin snickerdoodles will also come out darker in color. If you want to give it a try, I suggest using ½ cup each of white and light brown sugar. If they turn out well, you can test another batch using 3/4 cup of brown sugar and 1/4 cup of white sugar in the pumpkin snickerdoodle dough.
Storing Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies
Allow the cookies to cool on wire racks, then transfer to a sealed container. Add a piece of parchment between each layer for best results.
Store pumpkin snickerdoodles at room temperature. They should stay perfectly soft for up to 1 week — if they even last that long!
Enjoy!
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Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Cookie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Snickerdoodle topping
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine sugar and pumpkin puree and mix well.
- Stir in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt to the pumpkin mixture.
- In a small bowl combine the sugar and cinnamon to create the snickerdoodle topping.
- Create heaping 1 tablespoon cookie dough balls using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop.
- Put cookie dough balls directly into the bowl of snickerdoodle topping and coat the outside completely with cinnamon and sugar.
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and place the cookie dough balls about 2“ apart on the prepared cookie sheet and bake for 9-10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven when the cookies look set and before the edges start to brown (cookies will finish baking on the pan).
- Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before moving to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published September 2021, updated and republished August 2024
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can you use Stevia or other artificial sweetener Diabetic family
I split the recipe, half as written, half with Swerve and almond flour and half a pecan on top. I also didn't have cream of tartar, so I substituted baking powder for that and the baking soda. I cooked them both as directed. The Swerve cookies spread a bit and were pretty moist at the end of 10 minutes, but firmed up completely once cool. I also rolled them in the brown sugar Swerve because I was afraid it would dissolve the granulated sweetener. They both turned out really great. Such a simple, tasty recipe.
Did anyone have trouble with the dough being too wet? I ended up adding more flour to be able to get it into a sort of blob to roll in the sugar. Tasted great though!
Hi Jeanne-
We haven’t seen any others mention having trouble with wet dough. It’s hard to say for sure why that happened to you, but we’re happy to know that you were able to get it sorted out!
TSRI Team member,
Becca
Yes. Boosted the flour to 1-1/2 cups.
These cookies were surprisingly good! I was a little skeptical because there wasn’t any egg, but these cookies were so light and chewy. I followed the suggestion and added some pumpkin pie spice, because why the heck not, and I highly recommend! Yumm!! 🤤
Hi Alisha,
We are happy you enjoyed them!
TSRI Team Member,
Holli
No butter?
Hi Pat,
There is no butter needed in these cookies since there is pumpkin puree in the recipe. Hope this helps. Have a great day!
TSRI Team Member,
Holli
No egg????
Hi Linda,
No eggs are necessary for these cookies.
TSRI Team Member,
Holli
Do these freeze well?
Thanks! I made these and they were perfect.
Hi Jennifer!
We’re so glad they came out perfect!!
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn
This is my new favorite
Hi Jessica!
That’s awesome! We’re glad you enjoy the recipe!
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn
can these be made with gluten free all purpose flour.
Hi Helen!
We have not tried it, but I believe so. Let us know how they turn out!
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn
have you got the ingredients in grams please?
Can you freeze the formed balls to bake at a later date?
Hi Sara!
You can freeze them, then bake at a later date!
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn
These pumpkin snickerdoodles are out-of-this-world delicious! I couldn’t believe how easy they were to make.
Hi Autumn!
Glad you enjoyed!
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn
I would really like to make these cookies but the exact ingredients are not listed. there’s no measurement and list of ingredients showing up. you might want to fix that
Hi Denise!
Sorry you are having problems finding the recipe. The recipe card is always located at the bottom of the page, all ingredients, measurements and instructions are there. Hope that helps, Have a great day!
TSRI Team Member,
Holli