Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies made with real pumpkin and spiced cake mix are simple to make and oh so delicious!
This simple pumpkin chocolate chip cookie recipe is perfect for fall, or whenever. (I stock up on pumpkin all year long!). Try it after a big bowl of homemade potato soup!
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Ingredients
- Spice cake mix – I love spice cake mix for this, but you could also use a white cake mix or yellow cake mix and add a tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice.
- Egg – Large egg.
- Pumpkin – Canned pure pumpkin puree. Make sure you don’t accidentally get pumpkin pie filling, it’s not the same!
- Chocolate chips – We used mini semi sweet chocolate chips. White chocolate chips would also be delicious.
How do you make pumpkin chocolate chip cookies? (step-by-step)
⭐ First, mix together cake mix, egg, and pumpkin with an electric mixer until fully combined.
⭐ Next, gently stir in chocolate chips. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and drop spoonfuls of dough.
⭐ Then, bake until cookies are just done and slightly browning on the bottoms.
⭐ Finally, cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
Preparation
Can you make pumpkin chocolate chip cookies ahead of time?
Absolutely! They can be made a few days ahead of time, or if you want to make them longer, stash your cookies in the freezer.
Is it okay if my dough is sticky?
Cake mix cookie dough tends to be on the sticky side, this it totally normal. I like to use a cookie scoop with a release on the handle to easily make evenly sized dough balls.
What brand of cake mix for chocolate chip pumpkin cookies?
Any brand of mix will work. Don’t worry if the boxes are slightly different sizes, this recipe is very forgiving!
Leftovers and storage
What’s the best way to store cake mix cookies?
The cookies should be stored in an air tight container and can remain at room temperature for about three days. Longer than that and you’ll want to store your chocolate cake mix cookies in the refrigerator or freezer.
Can you freeze pumpkin chocolate chip cake mix cookies?
Yes, you can freeze these cookies. Allow them to cool completely, then store in an air tight, freezer safe container. Cookies can remain in the freezer for several months, after which time you run the risk of freezer burn and they will begin to deteriorate in texture and flavor.
To thaw, allow the cookies to come to room temperature and then enjoy!
Tips, tricks, and frequently asked questions
How do I make these crinkle cookies?
To make pumpkin crinkle cookies, skip the chocolate chips and instead roll the balls of dough in powdered sugar before baking. Get a nice thick coat on for a good crinkle!
Do I need to grease my cookie sheet?
These can be baked on an ungreased cookie sheet, but I prefer to bake them on a silicone baking mat so I never have to worry about sticking.
What to eat with pumpkin chocolate chip cookies (serving suggestions)
I’m going to go all in on a fall menu when serving this dessert with a chili cornbread casserole, air fryer brussels sprouts, and smashed potatoes.
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- Edible cookie dough
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- Sprinkle cookies
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Other awesome recipes with pumpkin
- Pumpkin pastry
- Pumpkin fudge
- Pumpkin cream cheese muffins
- Pumpkin cream cheese bread
- Pumpkin curry soup
- See all our yummy pumpkin recipes!
Tools we love
- Bakers half sheet – It’s cool, we only have about six of these bakers half sheets because they’re good for absolutely everything!
- Silicone baking mats – Nothing sticks to these! Whaaaa?! Like magic.
- Electric mixer – I love love love love love (x’s 100) my stand mixer. Really and truly. But my daily work horse is this handheld electric mixer. It even comes in allll the colors. Which, yay!
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How to Make Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 package spice cake mix
- 1 egg large
- ½ can pure pumpkin puree (½ of a 15 ounce can)
- 1 cup mini semi sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Beat together the cake mix, pumpkin, and egg. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Drop tablespoon sized balls and place onto a lined cookie sheet. A cookie scoop works well for this.
- Press extra chocolate chips on top of each cookie dough ball, if desired.
- Bake at 350F degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.
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These look so tasty. I think I am going to try these with some of my homemade pumpkin puree.
This recipe was so quick to make because you use cake mix. I whipped it together before our friends came over, and the house smelled amazing when they arrived!
Whipped up a batch of these for an afternoon treat, and they do not disappoint! Exactly what I needed to cure my sweet tooth, and just in time for fall! Delicious!