Description
These Chewy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies are a wholesome and delicious treat packed with whole grains and lightly sweetened with coconut sugar. They combine the warm flavors of pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice for a thick, chewy texture that’s both satisfying and better-for-you. Perfect for autumn snacking or dessert, they’re topped with a simple sweet glaze to enhance their cozy flavors.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- ⅔ cup pureed pumpkin
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat pastry flour (or ¾ cup each of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp whole milk
Instructions
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the coconut sugar, pumpkin puree, melted butter, and applesauce until the mixture is smooth. Then add the egg and vanilla extract, stirring until everything is well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Follow with the whole wheat pastry flour, mixing just until all ingredients are combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 1 hour. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Shape and Bake Cookies: After chilling, scoop the dough into 12 equal balls (about ¼ cup each). Flatten each ball slightly with your hand and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake the cookies for 14-16 minutes until they are set and lightly golden.
- Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before applying the glaze. This ensures the glaze adheres properly and does not melt off.
- Prepare the Glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of whole milk. If the glaze is too thick, add more milk a half tablespoon at a time until it reaches a drizzle-able consistency.
- Glaze the Cookies: Drizzle or spoon the glaze over the cooled cookies, allowing it to drip off the sides. Let the glaze set for at least 1 hour before serving for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- The glaze tends not to stay set for more than one day, so it’s best to glaze the cookies on the day you plan to serve them.
- You can substitute coconut sugar with brown sugar if preferred.
- Make sure cookies cool completely before glazing to avoid melting the glaze.
- For a dairy-free option, use a plant-based milk in the glaze.
- Whole wheat pastry flour gives a tender crumb; if unavailable, substitute with equal parts all-purpose and whole wheat flour.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
