Healthy Pumpkin Cookies are flourless, free of refined sugar, and made without oils or butter. Mix everything in one bowl and they’re ready in under 30 minutes.
author’s note
Meet My New Favorite Pumpkin Treat!
I originally had the idea to make a pumpkin version of my Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies. It is satisfying to making pumpkin bread and pumpkin muffins when I have pumpkin on hand, but I wanted to turn that same satisfying pumpkin flavor into a quick, straightforward cookie.
After a little testing, these Healthy Pumpkin Cookies were born. They’re made with pumpkin, almond butter, oats, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, and chocolate chips, and they come together in one bowl.
I tested them with chocolate chips, walnuts, and even completely plain. Every version was good, but the chocolate chip version was definitely the favorite around here.
My kids even started asking for them in their lunches, which is always a pretty good sign that a recipe is going to stick around.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swaps or Tips |
|---|---|
| Pumpkin Puree | Use canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling. If from-scratch puree is watery, blot with paper towels. |
| Almond Butter | Swap with cashew butter for a mild flavor or peanut butter for a stronger taste. |
| Maple Syrup | Honey works too, though flavor will change slightly. |
| Oats | Rolled oats work best. Use certified GF if needed. |
| Spices | Adjust cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice to your liking. |
| Dark Chocolate Chips | Try chopped pecans, dried cranberries, or white chocolate chips for a twist. |
Featured Comment
“I know there’s already 938275985 comments on this post but I just made these cookies and the are FANTASTIC!!!! Definitely a new favorite!”
– Becca
How To Make Healthy Pumpkin Cookies
- Prep: Heat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Wet ingredients: Stir pumpkin, egg yolk, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, baking soda, salt, and spices in one bowl.
- Add dry: Blend oats into flour, then stir into the bowl.
- Fold in extras: Mix in chocolate chips or nuts. Chill dough briefly (about 10 minutes).
- Shape & bake: Scoop dough, flatten slightly, and bake 6–7 minutes until tops are just set. Cool on the sheet before enjoying.
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Healthy Pumpkin Cookies Tips
- Press extra chocolate chips on top after baking for picture-worthy cookies.
- Don’t over-bake: They’re best when just set in the center.
- Cool completely: These cookies firm up as they cool.
- Customize add-ins: Pecans, walnuts, or dried fruit all taste amazing.
Storage
- Room Temperature: Store healthy pumpkin cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate: Keep in a sealed container for up to a week for freshness.
- Freeze: Wrap cookies individually and freeze for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature.
