These vegan pumpkin pie cookies are soft, warmly spiced, and bursting with all the flavors of fall! They’re perfect for a cozy treat during the autumn months or for sharing at gatherings. Best of all, they're completely plant-based and simple to make!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- **1/4 cup coconut oil** (melted)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or agave syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or a gluten-free flour blend)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup non-dairy milk (almond, oat, soy, etc.)
- Optional toppings: chopped pecans, vegan chocolate chips, or a dusting of cinnamon sugar
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and non-dairy milk until smooth and well combined.
3. Add Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
4. Shape the Cookies:
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each cookie. If desired, gently press pecans, chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top of each cookie for extra flavor and texture.
5. Bake:
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden on the edges and set in the middle. Be careful not to overbake—they should remain soft and chewy.
6. Cool and Serve:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These **vegan pumpkin pie cookies** are soft, sweet, and full of the warm spices you crave during fall. Perfect for dessert, a cozy afternoon snack, or even a holiday treat, these cookies will bring a touch of pumpkin pie magic to your cookie jar! Enjoy with a warm beverage or share them with friends and family.