Delightful Tradition: Amish Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life, there’s something truly enchanting about recipes that have been passed down through generations. One such culinary gem is the Amish Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie. These delectable treats offer a warm, comforting taste of tradition that harks back to the simple, wholesome lifestyle of the Amish community. In this article, we’ll explore the history, ingredients, and preparation of these delightful cookies that have captured the hearts and taste buds of many.
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cup all purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon cloves
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ⅔ cup sugar
- ⅔ cup butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons shortening
- 1 large egg + 1 yolk
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling
- 1 ½ cup chocolate chips + more for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk to combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, baking powder and cloves. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment, combine the brown sugar, sugar, butter and shortening. Beat on a medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add in eggs and mix to combine.
- Add milk and vanilla and mix until incorporated, then add pumpkin puree and mix to combine.
- Add dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Remove the bowl from the stand mixer and add chocolate chips. Fold in using a rubber spatula.
- Scoop 2-3 tablespoons of dough out and roll it into a ball, then slightly flatten it to make a disc. Place onto the prepared baking sheet and top with additional chocolate chips.
- Once you have 6 cookies on the baking sheet, place them into the preheated oven on the center rack. Bake for 15 minutes, until the edges just start to turn.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let sit for a few minutes to set before placing them into a wire cooling rack to let cool.
- Repeat the baking process with the remaining dough.
Amish Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are more than just a delightful treat; they represent a way of life deeply rooted in tradition and community. By savoring these cookies, we get a taste of the Amish ethos of simplicity and a reminder that sometimes the best things in life are the simplest. Whether enjoyed on a crisp autumn day or shared with loved ones, these cookies are a testament to the enduring appeal of timeless recipes. So, why not whip up a batch of Amish Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies and savor a piece of history on your plate?
