Description
Pumpkin Spice Quinoa Cookies are the perfect blend of cozy flavors, featuring warm spices and nutty quinoa. These delightful treats are not only delicious but also provide a healthy twist on a classic cookie. With their chewy texture and sweet aroma, they are sure to become a favorite for any occasion, whether it’s breakfast, snack time, or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.
- Gently fold in cooked quinoa, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until the edges are golden and centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Swap almond flour for whole wheat flour for added flavor. Add nuts or dried fruits for extra crunch. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.