Pumpkin Thumbprint Treats
Pumpkin Thumbprint Treats deliver soft, cake-like cookies scented with cinnamon and nutmeg, finished with a rich honey-butter walnut center. The gentle sweetness of pumpkin and honey pairs with a toasty crunch from crushed walnuts for a cozy, fall-ready bite. Serve these with afternoon tea, as a holiday cookie-plate standout, or a comforting dessert after dinner.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves36
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
Combine whole wheat flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin, honey, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour this over the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
- 4
Drop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets using 2 spoons or a cookie scoop. With a floured finger, press a dimple into the center of each cookie.
- 5
For the filling, mix walnuts, butter, and honey together. Spoon the walnut filling evenly into the centers of the cookies.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are firm and beginning to brown, about 15 minutes.
- Calories 102.01 kcal Moderate
- Protein 1.67 g Low Source
- Carbs 15.72 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.25 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.94 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 6.97 mg Low Source
- Sodium 12.25 mg Low Source
- Fiber 1.8 g Low Source
- Sugar 7.42 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 15.11 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.37 mg Low Source
- Potassium 55.43 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 220.92 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 0.26 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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