Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Cookies (Print Version)

Soft, chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies packed with chocolate chips and warm spices. A perfect autumn treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Dry ingredients

01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 cups quick-cooking oats
03 - 2 teaspoons baking soda
04 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
05 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ Wet ingredients

06 - 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
07 - 2 cups packed brown sugar
08 - 1 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 can (15 ounces) 100% pumpkin
10 - 1 large egg
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

12 - 2 cups milk chocolate chips
13 - Additional chocolate chips for topping

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 370℉. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside.
02 - Whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, using an electric or stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugars until well combined.
04 - Mix in pumpkin, egg, and vanilla extract until just combined.
05 - Add the flour mixture to the wet mixture and mix until just combined. DO NOT OVERMIX!
06 - Using a spatula, fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
07 - Using a cookie scoop or ice cream scooper, portion out dough into balls about 2 tablespoons each and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
08 - Bake for 10 minutes, then rotate the baking sheet clockwise and bake an additional 4–5 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
09 - Immediately after removing from the oven, place additional chocolate chips on top of the cookies. Let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - Ensure not to overmix when combining wet and dry ingredients to maintain the soft and chewy texture.