Chewy SugarFree Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

A Cozy Fall Delight

These scrumptious pumpkin oatmeal cookies are perfect for autumn baking. They're chewy, packed with warm spices, and sweetened naturally. You won’t miss the sugar one bit!

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup whole wheat flour (or gluten-free flour, if desired)
• 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana
• 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (for sweetening)
• 1/4 cup coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or walnuts for added texture!

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and maple syrup (or honey). Mix until smooth.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If you'd like to add chocolate chips or walnuts, fold them in now.

5. Scoop the Cookies: Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop dollops of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.

6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. The cookies will remain soft as they cool.

7. Cool & Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy the cozy, spiced goodness!

Flavor Profile

These cookies are a beautiful blend of pumpkin flavor with an inviting warmth from cinnamon and nutmeg. The oats give a hearty chewiness, making them the perfect companion with a cup of tea or coffee!

Let me know if you would like any adjustments or if you have any questions while you prepare these delightful cookies. Happy baking! 🍂🍪