Get ready to transform your baking game with these incredible vegan pumpkin cookies that are not just delicious, but also packed with nutrition! Imagine biting into a soft, warmly spiced cookie that's completely plant-based, gluten-free, and surprisingly easy to make. These chickpea flour pumpkin cookies are about to become your new obsession - offering a perfect balance of autumnal flavors and wholesome ingredients that will satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping things incredibly healthy.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 10 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift the chickpea flour to remove any lumps and ensure a smooth texture for the cookies.
- Add the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt to the chickpea flour. Mix thoroughly with a spatula or whisk until a consistent, smooth dough forms.
- Allow the dough to rest for 5 minutes, which helps the chickpea flour absorb moisture and improves the cookie's texture.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingertips, as the dough will not spread much during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Sifting is crucial! Always sift your chickpea flour to prevent lumpy dough and ensure a smooth cookie texture.
- Let the dough rest for 5 minutes before baking - this allows the flour to absorb moisture and improves overall cookie consistency.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon for uniform cookie sizes, which helps ensure even baking.
- Don't expect these cookies to spread like traditional cookies - gently flatten them before baking to achieve the desired shape.
- Watch the baking time carefully - chickpea flour can quickly go from perfectly golden to overdone.
- Cool cookies completely on a wire rack to maintain their ideal texture and prevent sogginess.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh and maintain their delightful softness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 80kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
