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Pumpkin-Shaped Halloween Cookies

These festive pumpkin-shaped cookies are easy to make, delightfully flavored, and perfect for Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Halloween
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For that classic cookie texture!
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Adds moisture and a rich, earthy sweetness.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the deal!
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Gives a deep taste and beautiful color.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (softened) The key to a rich, buttery flavor.
  • 1 Egg Binds everything together for a perfect bake.
  • 2 tsps Baking Powder Helps your treats rise and gives that delightful softness.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon The warm, cozy scent of fall!
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances that lovely sweet flavor.
  • Food Coloring (optional) Adds a spooky touch, whether you’re making ghosts or goblins!
  • Sprinkles (optional) For decorating—get creative!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while you gather your ingredients.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until it’s light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Carefully fold the dry mix into your wet ingredients, alternating with the pumpkin puree.
Shaping and Baking
  1. Lightly flour your working surface and roll out the dough to your desired thickness.
  2. Use cookie cutters to shape the dough into pumpkins, bats, or other spooky shapes.
  3. Place the shaped cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
Decorating
  1. Once cooled, decorate with icing or festive toppings as desired.

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it’s too sticky to work with. Use different spices like nutmeg or ginger for a twist. Keep an eye on the cookies while baking, as every oven is different.