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Healthy Pumpkin Blossoms

Chewy Healthy Pumpkin Blossoms with Sweet Chocolate Kisses

Enjoy Healthy Pumpkin Blossoms, delightful chewy cookies topped with chocolate kisses, perfect for fall treats.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 61
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1.5 cups white whole wheat flour can use regular whole wheat for a different taste
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon substitute with pumpkin pie spice for extra flavor
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée ensure you use pure pumpkin purée, not pie filling
  • 0.5 cups butter or coconut oil coconut oil is a great vegan alternative
  • 0.33 cups pure maple syrup honey can be used but will change flavor slightly
For the Topping
  • 24 pieces Dark Chocolate Kisses try pumpkin spice kisses for a seasonal twist

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Pumpkin Blossoms
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and cinnamon until well blended.
  2. In a separate large bowl, combine pumpkin purée, melted butter or coconut oil, and maple syrup; mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until well combined.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Spoon or scoop the dough onto the baking sheet, shaping them slightly wider than the chocolate kiss.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until set and slightly golden around the edges.
  8. Remove from oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie while still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 61kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Make sure to chill the dough for the best results and customize toppings as desired.

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