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Pumpkin Scotchies
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- 15 Min
This pumpkin cookies recipe a punch of flavor. With a winning combination like pumpkin, walnuts, cinnamon, and butterscotch, these treats are an experience for your taste buds. Perfect to pair with your favorite Fall drink, these easy pumpkin cookies belong in your recipe box so you can make them every year. And don't be surprised if everyone starts asking you for your pumpkin cookies recipe when they get a taste of these Pumpkin Scotchies! (And if you're looking for even more pumpkin recipes, don't miss Our Favorite Canned Pumpkin Recipes for more Fall-worthy desserts.)
What You'll Need
- 1 1/2 cups canned 100% pure pumpkin
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
What to Do
- Preheat the oven to 350 degree F. Coat baking sheets with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin, sugar, and vanilla; add remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden.
Notes
- Feel free to add in some coconut, raisins, or candied fruit.
- Plus, if you enjoyed this pumpkin dessert, be sure to check out our recipes for Pumpkin Layer Cake and Impossible Pumpkin Pie!
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Member 6931317
Feb 25, 2013
Does this recipe need to have any butter, margarine or oil in it?
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wgkib4313349
Feb 25, 2013
I made this recipe exactly as stated. It is a very sweet cookie and the butterscotch chips over power the pumpkin flavor. It is a very soft cookie, almost cake like.
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bubbasharon5 3426910
Jul 04, 2012
how many cookies does it make? they sound delicious!
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granb1 8138287
Oct 24, 2011
Can I substitute fresh pumpkin for the canned kind, and if so what are the proportions?
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