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spooky ghost pumpkin cookies

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These spooky ghost pumpkin cookies are the perfect Halloween treat! Soft and chewy pumpkin cookies topped with a creamy white chocolate ghost, they’re sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 12 oz white chocolate chips
  • Mini chocolate chips for eyes

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in egg and vanilla extract. Stir in pumpkin puree.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Melt white chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
  10. Dip the top of each cookie into the melted white chocolate, letting the excess drip off.
  11. Immediately place two mini chocolate chips for eyes.
  12. Let the white chocolate set completely before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the cookie dough. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg to the spice mixture.

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