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Pumpkin Spice Chewy Cookies

By Elina Basaraba

Published on:

Oct 10, 2024

About the Recipe

Picture savoring a cookie that not just pleases your palate but also adds a hint of warmth and spice to your day all year round – that's the magic of pumpkin spice chewy cookies! While these treats capture the essence of autumn, with their flavors and wholesome components like almond and oat flours carefully combined in them; they're a delight, for anyone craving a guilt free yet delicious snack to complement their healthy living journey.

Chewy pumpkin spice cookies with healthy flours and aromatic seasonal spices.

How it Can Help Your Fitness

The foundation of these cookies begins with almond flour – a substitute, for regular flour that is rich in protein and fiber and packed with healthy fats too! This not only gives the cookies an chewy texture but also helps in regulating blood sugar levels – making it an excellent choice for people with dietary requirements or those who are mindful of their health and fitness goals! Oat flour further enhances this by adding a comforting touch and extra fiber to aid in digestion while supplying lasting energy.

The baking powder and a hint of baking soda in every cookie give them a lift for the perfect amount of puffiness while a touch of salt enriches the overall taste profile by enhancing the flavors of the rest of the ingredients present in them. However the real standout element is undoubtedly the pumpkin pie spice. An fragrant blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, allspice and ginger. Each spice doesn't only bring in richness and warmth. It also comes with its unique health perks including anti inflammatory properties and aids, for digestion.

Nutrition Facts

The ingredients that are moist hold these cookies together in a way, as little treats to enjoy. When coconut oil is melted down it becomes a kind of fat that helps with metabolism and keeps the heart healthy. Pumpkin puree is not only used for its touch but also because it is full of vitamins like vitamin A that are important for the eyes and immune system. A touch of vanilla extract adds a sweetness from lands that makes the cookies even more comforting to eat.

Swerve brings a touch of sweetness to the cookies without causing a rise in blood sugar levels like sugar does. A great choice, for people watching their glycemic levels or dealing with diabetes.

Indulging a bit more in the mix are Lily’s chocolate chips sprinkled in generously. Sweetened with stevia to cut down the sugar but keep the taste intact! As they melt into the cookies during baking they form pockets of sweetness that perfectly complement the dough.

These delicious pumpkin spice chewy cookies offer more than a treat. They embody a delightful blend of flavors and wellness benefits that make them perfect for a cozy night in or a lively gathering with friends and family! Whether you're unwinding with a book, by the fire or treating yourself to a post workout snack boost post gym session joyfully awaits in every chewy bite of these cookies! Savor them right after they come out of the oven with a glass of your milk or take them along for a sweet pick me up while on the move.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 100 grams Almond Flour

  • 70 grams Oat Flour

  • 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon Baking soda

  • Pinch of Salt

  • Pumpkin Pie Spice Seasoning (homemade mix: 1/4 teaspoon of each ingredient: cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, all spice, ginger)


Wet Ingredients

  • 30 grams melted Coconut Oil

  • 80 grams Pumpkin Puree

  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

  • 40 grams Swerve Brown Sugar

  • 45 grams Lily's White Chocolate Chips

Steps

  1. In a medium bowl, combine all the dry ingredients. Whisk a few times to thoroughly mix all ingredients.

  2. In a small bowl, combine melted Coconut oil, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and Swerve brown sugar.

  3. Using a large spoon, mix dry with wet ingredients, adding in the chocolate chips.

  4. Place the bowl in the fridge for 40-60 minutes to set.

  5. Begin preheating the oven to 350 degrees F about 10 minutes prior to baking.

  6. Roll about 10-12 medium-size balls and press to form each into a cookie shape on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes.

  8. Let the cookies set on top of the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then carefully transfer them on a cooling rack.


*Note: Cookies taste best the next day.

About the Author



Elina is the founder of Fitnello Fitness, as well as the Head ISSA Certified Trainer. She graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelor's in Psychology.


Originally from Latvia, Elina moved to America with her family in 1998 at the age of 10. She is fluent in three languages - English, Ukrainian, and Russian. Her excitement and passion for fitness and nutrition has been evident from a young age. At just 14 years old, Elina already had dreams of becoming a dietitian to help those like her who struggled with self-image. Now, she has created MANY recipes for meals that will help you achieve your fitness goals in a healthy and delicious way.

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