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Easy Pumpkin S’mores Cookies: Your New Favorite Fall Bake Recipe

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These Easy Pumpkin S’mores Cookies are a delightful fall treat combining classic pumpkin spice flavors with the nostalgic taste of s’mores. Soft pumpkin-infused cookie dough studded with chocolate chips is topped with mini marshmallows, extra chocolate chips, and graham cracker pieces, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for enjoying around a cozy fire or anytime you crave a seasonal sweet treat!

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (for dough)
  • 1 tsp orange food coloring (optional)

S’mores Toppings

  • 1 cup mini marshmallows (or 1 cup larger marshmallows, quartered)
  • 8 graham crackers, broken into ½ to 1 inch pieces
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and packed brown sugar for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture is light and fluffy. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
  3. Add Egg, Pumpkin, and Vanilla: Beat in the egg until fully incorporated. Then, mix in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract on a low speed just until combined. If desired, add orange food coloring for a festive fall touch and mix gently.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients & Add Dough Chocolate: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed to avoid overmixing. Stir in one cup of chocolate chips into the dough evenly.
  5. Chill Dough: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 to 2 hours. This step helps the dough firm up for easier scooping and enhances flavor.
  6. Prepare S’mores Toppings: While the dough chills, prepare your toppings by cutting larger marshmallows into quarters if using instead of mini marshmallows. Break graham crackers into pieces about ½ to 1 inch in size. Measure out the chocolate chips for the topping.
  7. Preheat Oven and Prep Sheets: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
  8. Scoop and Bake Initial Cookie Base: Using a 1.5 to 2 tablespoon cookie scoop, portion dough balls evenly onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are set but centers remain slightly underbaked.
  9. Add Toppings and Final Bake: Remove the baking sheets from the oven. While the cookies are still hot, immediately press a few mini marshmallows, some chocolate chips from the topping batch, and graham cracker pieces onto each cookie. Return the sheets to the oven and bake for an additional 2 to 4 minutes, watching closely until the marshmallows puff, turn golden, and the chocolate melts.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is essential for best texture and easier shaping.
  • If you prefer gooier marshmallows, add them during the last couple of minutes of baking and keep a close watch to avoid burning.
  • The orange food coloring is optional but adds a festive fall color to the cookies.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to keep them fresh.
  • For extra flavor, you can toast graham cracker pieces lightly before adding them as a topping.

Keywords: pumpkin cookies, s'mores cookies, fall dessert, pumpkin spice, chocolate chip cookies, marshmallow cookies

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