Pumpkin Pie Cookies Recipe (2024)

These Pumpkin Pie Cookies are like a mini pumpkin pie. It has all the delicious flavors of a pumpkin pie but can be held in your hand.

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If you are looking for the perfect dessert to make this holiday season these Pumpkin Pie Cookies are it. They have all the flavors of a mini pumpkin pies but made into the cookies. You even use a refrigerator pie crust.

If you love a classic pumpkin pie recipe, then you are going to love these cookies. If you looking for delicious Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes, you may also love this Pumpkin Pie Tacos.

Table of Contents

  • Can I use Homemade Pie Crust?
  • Ingredients:
  • Variations Ideas:
  • Step by Step Instructions:
  • Mini Pumpkin Pie Cookies Tips:
  • Topping Ideas:
  • Frequently Asked Quetions:
  • More Easy Pumpkin Desserts:
  • Pumpkin Pie Cookies Recipe

Can I use Homemade Pie Crust?

We like to make easy recipes, but still have that homemade taste. You can definitely use a homemade pie crust for this recipe, but a refrigerator pie crust works just as good.

If you are looking for an easy Homemade Pie crust, try this 3 Ingredient Pie Crust Recipe.

Ingredients:

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For the Cookies:

  • Refrigerated Pie Crust (2 crust in the package, defrosted)
  • Pure Canned Pumpkin
  • Brown Sugar
  • Honey
  • Cinnamon
  • Pumpkin Spice

For Topping:

  • Egg Beaten
  • Brown Sugar

Scroll to the bottom to see the recipe card for the full list of ingredients and recipe.

Variations Ideas:

  • Cookie Base – We used a premade pie crust but you can also make these with sugar cookie dough.
  • Seasoning – If you want, you can add in additional spices to the pumpkin. Our suggestions would be a teaspoon of nutmeg, ginger or allspice.
  • Cream Cheese Frosting – Drizzle a cream cheese frosting over the top for added flavor.

Step by Step Instructions:

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Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, stir together the pumpkin, brown sugar, honey, cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice.

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Step 2 – Roll one of the pie crust onto a cutting board or a flat working surface. Use a 2 ½ inch cookie cutter to cut the pie crust into circles.

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Step 3 – Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the pumpkin filling in half of the circles and then place the other circles on top.

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Step 4 – Seal the edges of each of the cookies with the back of a fork. Then gently make 3 incisions on top of each cookie

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Step 5 – Brush the top of the cookies with the beaten egg. Then sprinkle the brown sugar on top generously.

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Step 6 – Bake the cookies for 20-25 minutes until the cookies are golden light brown. Cool completely to room temperature and serve.

Mini Pumpkin Pie Cookies Tips:

  • Chill Pie Crust – Make sure to keep your pie crust chilled until you are ready to assemble the cookies and work quickly when assembling the cookies so that the cookies are not tough.
  • Cookie Cutter – Use a cookie cutter to cut circles in the pie crust. You can also place a glass upside down on the pie crust and cut the circles that way.
  • Large Pumpkin Cookies – If you prefer you can make 4 inch handle pumpkin pie cookies. Then you can cut in serve in smaller pieces. We just enjoy the mini version better.
  • Mixer – You can use an electric mixer or hand mixer to mix the pumpkin ingredients.
  • Chocolate Chip – You can easily add chocolate chips with the pumpkin pie mix to add flavor.
  • Pumpkin Puree – When making this recipe use pumpkin puree instead of pumpkin pie filling. The pumpkin pie filling has added ingredients that are not needed for this recipe.

Topping Ideas:

  • Whipped cream.We like to makehomemade whipped cream. It is very simple to make in a small bowl.
  • Reddi Whip.This is an easy topping if you need to grab something fast.
  • Cool Whip.Try this in vanilla flavor.
  • Honey.Drizzle honey all over the mini pumpkin cookies.
  • Caramel Sauce.This is so decadent drizzled on top.
  • Powdered Sugar.Sprinkle powdered sugar on top of each mini pumpkin cookie.
  • Top with Ice Cream – Vanilla ice cream is delicious on the pumpkin pie cookies.
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Frequently Asked Quetions:

How to Store Leftovers:

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.We usually keep on the counter, but you can place in the refrigerator if you prefer.

Can you Freeze?

I have not tried to freeze these cookies, but if store properly they should freeze great. Make sure to place in a freezer safe container and it can placed in the freezer for up to 3 months.
When ready to serve, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

More Easy Pumpkin Desserts:

  • Starbucks Pumpkin Bread Recipe
  • Easy Pumpkin Dip Recipe
  • Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
  • Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
  • Pumpkin Cake Pops Recipe

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Pumpkin Pie Cookies

5 from 3 votes

These Pumpkin Pie Cookies are like a mini pumpkin pie. It has all the delicious flavors of a pumpkin pie but can held in your hand.

Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Let Cool 10 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings 24

Cuisine American

Course Dessert

Calories 94

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1 pkg Refrigerated Pie Crust 2 crust in the package, defrosted
  • 1 cup Pure Pumpkin
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Honey
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice

For Topping:

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • In a medium size mixing bowl, stir together the pumpkin, brown sugar, honey, cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice.

  • Roll one of the pie crust onto a cutting board or a flat working surface. Use a 2 ½ inch cookie cutter to cut the pie crust into circles.

  • Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the pumpkin filling in half of the circles and then place the other circles on top. Seal the edges of each of the cookies with the back of a fork and then gently make 3 incisions on top of each cookie (this will allow the top crust to sink as the cookies bake). Then place each cookie on a baking sheet.

  • Brush the top of the cookies with the beaten egg and sprinkle the brown sugar on top generously.

  • Bake the cookies for 20-25 minutes until the cookies are golden brown. Let the cookies sit for 10 minutes and then move the cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Recipe Notes

Make sure to keep your pie crust chilled until you are ready to assemble the cookies and work quickly when assembling the cookies so that the cookies are not tough.

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 94kcal, Carbohydrates 14g, Protein 1g, Fat 4g, Saturated Fat 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g, Monounsaturated Fat 2g, Trans Fat 0.001g, Cholesterol 7mg, Sodium 62mg, Potassium 45mg, Fiber 1g, Sugar 6g, Vitamin A 1599IU, Vitamin C 0.4mg, Calcium 11mg, Iron 1mg

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FAQs

Why are my pumpkin cookies sticky after baking? ›

Pumpkin cookies can be sticky after baking due to the pumpkin puree's high moisture content. If pumpkin puree isn't drained slightly before mixing into the batter, the pumpkin puree can lead to more of a cakey texture than a cookie texture.

Is canned pumpkin the same as pie filling? ›

They are the same product. Both canned pumpkin puree and pie filling are useful, shelf-stable ingredients that can help speed up your kitchen prep time. Just remember that puree is unsweetened, while pie filling contains sugar and spices. This will help you choose the right pumpkin product for your recipes.

What happened to cause the pumpkin pie to weep after it was baked? ›

Why Is My Pumpkin Pie Weeping? Another common problem that occurs when baking pumpkin pie is when you notice water on the top of the pie or leaking out from the filling. Why this happens: Either the pie was overbaked, or it was placed in the fridge before cooling completely.

What was pumpkin pie baked inside in colonial America? ›

Early American settlers of the Plymouth Colony in southern New England (1620-1692) may have made pumpkin pies, of sorts, without crusts. They stewed pumpkins or filled a hollowed out pumpkin shell with milk, honey and spices, and then baked it in hot ashes.

Why did my pumpkin cookies turn green? ›

A post on O Chef discusses the chemical reaction that turned my cookies green: All plants contain chlorogenic acid, mostly in the stems and leaves, but sunflowers also have it in the seeds. A spokeswoman for Red River Commodities says that SunButter does indeed turn cookies and other baked products green as they cool.

How do you moisten cookies after baking? ›

Another way to soften cookies is by placing the cookies in an airtight container with a damp paper towel. The paper towel will release moisture and help to soften the cookies without making them too soft or mushy. Another way is to place the cookies in a plastic bag with a slice of apple or a damp tea towel.

What happens if you use pumpkin pie mix instead of pumpkin puree? ›

Pumpkin pie mix can be used as a substitute for pure canned pumpkin in some recipes. However, since it is already sweetened and flavored, you'll need to make some adjustments. In most dessert recipes, leave out the pumpkin pie spice and cut down on the sugar since the pumpkin pie mix includes it.

Can you feed your dog canned pumpkin? ›

Pumpkin is a delicious addition to a human diet, but it also has a number of health benefits for your dog. Mineral and vitamin-packed. Pumpkin contains vitamins like A, C, and E, as well as minerals like iron and potassium. Feeding plain canned pumpkin gives a great boost to your dog's nutrition.

Can dogs eat pumpkin pie filling? ›

Can Dogs Eat Pumpkin Pie? Dogs shouldn't eat pumpkin pie, given that this delicious fall staple contains unsafe ingredients. Along with the spices, the filling contains sugar and condensed milk, which can cause stomach upset. In small amounts, pie crusts won't harm your dog, but sugar and butter aren't good for them.

How do you keep the bottom crust of pumpkin pie from getting soggy? ›

Often, blind-baking solves this problem. If you're making a single crust custard-filled pie, like a pumpkin pie, bake the pie dough first before adding filling to allow some of the moisture in the crust to evaporate. You can also totally blind-bake fruit pies.

Can you put an undercooked pumpkin pie back in the oven? ›

If the center of the pie registers below 175°F, then stick it back into the oven and check on it every 5-10 minutes until baked through.

Why is my pumpkin pie still jiggly in the middle? ›

The outer edges of the pie should be firm while the center will be a little jiggly, but not sloshy or unsteady. As the old adage goes, "It needs to jiggle like Jell-O but not wiggle like a wave." If the entire pie is wobbly, continue baking. Use a piecrust shield if it's browning too fast.

What did the Pilgrims eat instead of pumpkin pie? ›

According to some accounts, early English settlers in North America improvised by hollowing out pumpkins, filling the shells with milk, honey and spices to make a custard, then roasting the gourds whole in hot ashes.

Why do they put American cheese on a pie? ›

It heralds back to the 17th century, when, in England, traditional fruit pies were first paired with dairy-based accoutrements such as custard and—later on—cheese. Cheddar is the most common variety, but there are regional preferences.

What is derby pie made of? ›

Derby pie is a chocolate and walnut open-faced custard pie baked in a (pre-baked) pie shell. The pie was created in the Melrose Inn of Prospect, Kentucky, United States, by George Kern with the help of his parents, Walter and Leaudra. It is often associated with the Kentucky Derby.

Why are my cookies sticky after baking? ›

The first and easiest surefire way to prevent sticky tops on your baked goods is to ensure that they are completely cooled before closing them in an airtight container. When a baked item “cools down”, during this process there is an amount of moisture, or water, that is being released into the surrounding air.

How do you make cookies less sticky? ›

When cookie dough is too sticky, you may have an imbalance of wet and dry ingredients. You can fix this by adding a teaspoon of flour or cornstarch at a time until your dough is just how you want. The added flour or cornstarch will absorb the excess liquid and reduce the dough's overall stickiness.

Why is my pumpkin bread sticky? ›

Your dough can become sticky when you add too much water or the flour isn't suitable for the type of dough you are making. Over proofing or fermenting the dough can also result in the gluten structure weakening causing sticky dough.

Why is my pumpkin pie gooey? ›

Part of the challenge of baking this iconic holiday dessert is determining how to tell if your pumpkin pie is done. You have to get it right: If it's underdone, you have raw crust and gooey filling; if it's overdone, you have a cracked top and rubbery texture.

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