SOFT PUMPKIN COOKIES WITHOUT BUTTER are a delicious and light option for those who love sweets and wish to savor the autumn flavors.
The soft pumpkin pulp gives these cookies a fluffy texture and an irresistible taste while the absence of butter makes them lighter and ideal for those seeking a healthy alternative without compromising on taste.
Simple to prepare and suitable for any occasion, these pumpkin cookies will be appreciated by both adults and children, quickly becoming a sweet temptation to share with family and friends during the cool autumn days.
Follow this recipe step by step to create light, fragrant cookies with a tender heart, perfect for enjoying at any time of the day.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 30 Minutes
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 25 cookies
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn
Ingredients
- 6.35 oz pumpkin
- 1 egg
- 3.4 tbsps vegetable oil
- 0.45 cup granulated sugar
- 9.17 oz all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- as needed powdered sugar (for coating)
- as needed granulated sugar (for coating)
Tools
- Blender
- Bowl glass
- Parchment paper
- Baking tray
- Plastic wrap
Steps
First, peel the pumpkin, remove the seeds, and cut it into cubes.
Bake it in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15/20 minutes.
Once cooked, let it cool and then blend it with a blender or an immersion blender.
Transfer the pumpkin puree to a glass bowl and add the egg, oil, sugar, baking powder, and sifted flour.
Knead until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous dough.
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest in the fridge for at least half an hour.
Meanwhile, prepare a plate with powdered sugar and a plate with granulated sugar.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Take the dough from the fridge and form balls about the size of a walnut.
Roll them first in granulated sugar and then in powdered sugar
Place the pumpkin cookies without butter on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, making sure to space them 1.5 to 2 inches apart.
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes until golden.
Remove from the oven, let them cool, and dust them with powdered sugar before serving.
Storage and Tips …
Store in a tin box or covered with a cake dome.
Consume within 7 days
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I bake the soft pumpkin cookies without butter in an air fryer?
Sure. Bake them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 minutes. I usually use a 12-liter air fryer which I find particularly convenient and easy to use.
