Irresistibly Delicious Vegan Rolled Pumpkin Spice Cookies: Your Ultimate Holiday Baking Guide
Embrace the cozy flavors of autumn and winter with these amazing Rolled Pumpkin Spice Cookies! Perfectly spiced, incredibly easy to make, and boasting a delightful chewiness, these vegan holiday cookies are a must-bake for everyone.
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There’s an undeniable magic that pumpkin brings to the cooler months, and for me, that magic seems to grow stronger every year. As soon as September rolls around, my kitchen transforms into a pumpkin haven. What starts with a modest container of pumpkin purée quickly escalates into a full-blown autumn baking spree. It’s safe to say, my love for all things pumpkin is profound, and that passion truly shines through in these incredible Vegan Rolled Pumpkin Spice Cookies. They capture the essence of the season in every single bite, making them a perfect addition to your holiday dessert table or a delightful treat for a cozy evening.
This recipe marks a delightful return to a baking technique I haven’t embraced in a while: rolled cookies. My early baking days, back when I ran an at-home bakery called Jessiker Bakes, were filled with cookie cutters of every imaginable shape and size. There’s something inherently joyful and festive about rolling out dough and pressing out perfect shapes. It’s a nostalgic experience that brings back cherished memories. Back then, I adored a classic sugar cookie – one that struck the ideal balance between soft and chewy. With these pumpkin spice cookies, I set out to capture that same beloved texture, infused with warm, inviting seasonal spices, and I’m thrilled with the result.
It didn’t take long for me to perfect a wonderfully spiced sugar cookie recipe that embodies everything I was looking for. These cookies offer a subtle crunch on the edges, a delicate softness on top, and a satisfying chewiness throughout. The dough itself is designed to be incredibly forgiving and easy to handle. I’ve personally whipped up batches twice in a single week while unwinding with a TV show, proving just how effortless they are. One bite, and you’ll understand why they quickly become a favorite. The aroma of pumpkin spice filling your home is just an added bonus, setting the perfect mood for the holidays.
Essential Ingredients for Perfect Pumpkin Spice Cookies
Let’s delve into the star ingredients that make these pumpkin spice cookies truly special. Beyond the warming blend of pumpkin spices, these cookies feature actual pumpkin purée! It’s a secret weapon I frequently use to achieve ultimate thickness and softness in my baked goods. From vegan chocolate chip cookies to cheesy cornbread and even savory dishes like slow cooker pumpkin quinoa chili, a touch of pumpkin adds remarkable moisture and tenderness. In this cookie recipe, only a quarter cup of pumpkin purée is used, ensuring it doesn’t impart an overwhelming pumpkin flavor, but rather contributes significantly to the irresistible soft and chewy texture that makes these cookies so addictive.
Crucially, alongside my usual cookie staples, I’ve incorporated my absolute favorite vanilla extract: Nielsen-Massey Vanillas. For these particular cookies, I specifically chose their Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract. Regular readers will know my profound love for this product. Nielsen-Massey’s dedication to high-quality ingredients and meticulous processes is unmatched. Their vanilla is made from hand-picked vanilla beans, processed using a cold extraction method, and is all-natural, Non-GMO Project verified, vegan, and gluten-free. This commitment to excellence translates into an unparalleled flavor profile – a sweet, creamy essence that beautifully complements the warm spices in these cookies. This vanilla extract was the first I ever used when I started my baking business, and its superior quality made me a lifelong loyal customer. I even kept my massive (empty!) bottle as a memento for years!
Mastering Your Bake with Nielsen-Massey
I’m particularly enthusiastic about Nielsen-Massey’s Better Your Bake campaign. Baking runs deep in my family’s veins; my grandma had her own catering business, and my mom’s annual Christmas cake tradition is etched into my fondest memories. It’s no surprise that I inherited this love for baking – it truly is in my blood! My partner, Gav, often jokes that he knows it’s the holiday season because I seem to bake constantly, just for the sheer joy of it. Thankfully, having learned many foundational baking techniques from a young age, the process comes quite naturally to me. Nielsen-Massey’s Better Your Bake campaign is brilliantly designed to help both novice and experienced bakers master essential techniques, allowing everyone to achieve fantastic results and get straight to the best part: enjoying the delicious fruits of their labor (and all the taste testing, of course!).
One of the most rewarding aspects of baking for me is the meditative rhythm it offers. It’s a wonderful opportunity to quiet an overthinking mind and focus entirely on the mindful process – the measuring, the mixing, the transformation of ingredients. With over 500 baking sessions under my belt, I can certainly attest to the therapeutic benefits! Nielsen-Massey’s campaign features a comprehensive six-part series dedicated to mastering baking basics, complete with step-by-step videos. You can explore these invaluable resources at betteryourbake.com. For this particular recipe, I focused on the “How to Roll Cookie Dough” video because, let’s be honest, who doesn’t adore beautifully shaped cookies? I’ve integrated their expert tips into the instructions below and illustrate the process with accompanying photos, ensuring your rolled pumpkin spice cookies turn out perfectly every time.
Simple Steps to Holiday Cookie Perfection
Making this cookie dough is surprisingly quick – just a few minutes of mixing, followed by a brief rest, then rolling and baking. It’s an ideal recipe to add to your repertoire for the current holiday season and beyond. If you haven’t seen it yet, I also shared a detailed video walkthrough of the rolling technique on my Instagram stories last week. This method guarantees that your cookie dough won’t stick to your rolling pin, making the process smooth and enjoyable. Seriously, once you try this rolling technique, you’ll never go back!
I’ve kept the recipe straightforward to ensure accessibility for all bakers. However, feel free to unleash your creativity! Enhance these delightful cookies even further with festive pumpkin-shaped cutters, a dusting of icing sugar, or a simple glaze. Consider adding a sprinkle of chopped walnuts or pecans for extra texture and flavor. These Vegan Rolled Pumpkin Spice Cookies are naturally delicious on their own, but a little decorative flourish makes them even more spectacular for gifting or sharing. Whether you enjoy them plain, frosted, or with a sprinkle of nuts, they are guaranteed to be a hit throughout the holiday season. Happy baking, friends – eat up and enjoy every single spiced, chewy, and utterly delicious bite!
Rolled Pumpkin Spice Cookies (Vegan)
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups flour of choice, regular all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour mix (192g)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup vegan butter, (56g)
- 1/2 cup cane sugar, or brown sugar, coconut sugar or any granulated sugar, (105.3g)
- 1 teaspoon Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 cup pumpkin purée, (112.5g)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C. Line a baking sheet and cut two sheets of parchment paper to fit the baking sheet. Set aside for now.
- In a small bowl, add the flour, baking powder and baking soda, pumpkin spice and sea salt. Whisk together thoroughly. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, add the vegan butter and the brown sugar. With a standing mixer or a hand mix, beat together until thoroughly incorporated, about 5 minutes. Add in the Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract and the pumpkin puree. Blend until thoroughly incorporated, scraping down sides, for about 3 minutes. Add the flour mixture to the wet in two batches and mix with mixer until incorporated. Scrape down the sides to gather all the dough and gently fold in.
- Form dough into a large ball and cover with reusable wrap. Place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set up.
- Place the two sheets of parchment paper on the counter (put baking sheet aside for now) and place slightly chilled cookie dough between the two sheets of parchment paper. Press down slightly. Using your rolling pin, roll the cookie dough from the centre, rolling away from your body, back and forth. Repeat, rotating the parchment paper about 45 degrees to help with rolling and to ensure even rolling, until the cookie dough is flat and about 1/4” thick.
- When all rolled out, place the parchments on the baking sheet and back into the fridge for about 20 minutes to hold the shape.
- Remove baking sheet from fridge and peel off the top layer of parchment paper. Set out a small amount of flour on the counter and press your clean cookie dough cutter into it. This will help to ensure the cookie cutter does not stick to the dough.
- Press firmly into the dough, cutting out your cookies. When all the cookies have been stamped, remove the excess dough. You can flatten this and make even more cookies from it! Leave a bit of space in between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes: 10 for slightly softer, 12 for firmer. Remove and let cool slightly. Serve with frosting and chopped walnuts or cookies and enjoy!
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