Quick, Easy, and Delicious 4-Ingredient Treat

This 4-ingredient pumpkin chocolate chip cookies recipe is one that I love to make in the fall. Actually, I’ve been known to make it any time of year. When the season rolls around and canned pumpkin puree goes on sale, I stock up! With only a few ingredients and very little effort, you’ll have a batch of delicious cookies for your family and friends!

4-Ingredient Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

I’m a big fan of pumpkin, so I cook with it whenever I want the flavor. These yummy pumpkin bars are also delicious. 

Ingredients

• 1 box yellow or white cake mix, 15-16 ounce box (regular or gluten-free)
• 1 can pumpkin puree (15-ounce can, not pumpkin pie filling)
• 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk chocolate, or white chocolate chips)

If you can find a spice cake mix, use that instead. This eliminates the need for the pumpkin pie spice, which makes this a 3-ingredient cookie recipe. I don’t do that because I have to be gluten-free.

Note: I’ve made these cookies with a variety of types of chips. We like it with dark chocolate chips and white chocolate chips. We didn’t care for the butterscotch chips because we felt that it overpowered the pumpkin. However, you might like them.

Prepare to Bake

Preheat your oven. Start by preheating your oven to 350˚F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure your cookies don’t stick and are easy to remove.

Directions

Prepare the dry ingredients. Pour the cake mix into a large mixing bowl. It’s important to work out all of the lumps in the mix to ensure a smooth dough. Add the pumpkin pie spice and mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.

Mix in the pumpkin.  Add the pumpkin puree to the bowl. Stir until the pumpkin is thoroughly incorporated into the cake mix. This might take a bit of muscle, but the result is a well-blended dough with the perfect pumpkin flavor.

Add the chocolate chips. Fold in the chocolate chips of your choice. Whether you prefer semi-sweet, milk chocolate, or white chocolate chips, each adds a delightful burst of sweetness to every bite.

Chill the dough. To make the dough easier to handle, refrigerate it for about 30 minutes. This step helps the dough firm up and makes it simpler to scoop and shape.

Scoop and shape. Using a tablespoon, scoop out small balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Lightly press down on the center of each dough ball with the back of the spoon or your fingertips to help them spread slightly as they bake.

Bake. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 14-16 minutes, or until the centers of the cookies puff up and the edges are set.

Cool and serve. Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. This allows them to set and develop their full flavor.

Note: Gluten-free cake mix delivers a softer cookie than a regular mix. We still enjoy them because the flavor is so good.

More Easy Cookie Recipes

I love homemade cookies, especially if they’re easy to make. Here are more delicious recipes that you’ll want to try:

Chocolate Pecan Brownie Cookies – This is definitely the perfect treat when I’m in the mood for chocolate. Put these in the cookie jar and watch how fast they disappear!

Coconut Macaroons – Coconut fans will absolutely swoon over these macaroons. I love the fact that they’re packed with all kinds of yumminess, and they’re naturally gluten-free!

Butterscotch Pecan Cookies – When sweetness is your thing, you’ll adore these butterscotch pecan cookies. I love them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee!

Lemon Shortbread Cookies – These lemon shortbread cookies from Out of the Box Baking give you a delightful balance of tart and sweet! It’s a must-have for any celebration!

Homemade Sugar Cookies – Super easy to make without baking powder or baking soda, these cookies are sure to send your senses into orbit. Yes, they’re that good. 

Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies – Made without flour, these cookies are gluten-free! I love how they melt in your mouth and leave you oh-so satisfied!

Easy, Delicious, and Special

These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are not only incredibly easy to make but also perfect for any fall occasion. Whether you’re baking for a cozy family gathering, a festive party, or simply to enjoy with a warm cup of coffee, these cookies are sure to be a hit. Enjoy the delightful combination of pumpkin, spice, and chocolate in every bite!

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