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Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies

October 12, 2020 By Patricia 72 Comments

Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies are chock full of fabulous ingredients and fall flavors. These thick and chewy cookies are my seasonal favorites!

Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies are a treat for the season. These cookies are filled with great ingredients!

The other day I was with my laptop working at a favorite spot. It’s a restaurant that just so happens to have an amazing bakery and coffee bar tucked inside.

Lucky for me they had Cowboy Cookies the day I was there. I didn’t really know anything about the origins of these cookies, but I knew they are delicious. It wasn’t the first time I’ve had those cookies. Hello? Why do you think it’s a favorite spot!

Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies are tasty cookies, perfect for the fall. They're loaded with tasty ingredients you'll love.

I decided that I wanted to try to make them myself at home. I asked about the ingredients, and went about my day.

When I got home I did a little online searching for “cowboy cookies” and discovered they were made famous by Laura Bush during the 2000 presidential campaign. There was a cookie contest at some point, and her cookies were the winner. They’re basically an amped up chocolate chip-oatmeal cookie.

Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies are perfect cookies for the season! They're so thick and chewy and include fab pumpkin flavor.

I decided to change things up a little so I added a seasonal flair by including pumpkin puree (which also allowed me to cut back on the amount of butter in the recipe) and spices. I also tossed in some pepitas, cashews, and dried cranberries.

Another of my favorite cookies are Cinnamon Pretzel Crunch Cookies. For these, I changed things up from a standard snickerdoodle cookie, and they are a go-to for me. 

These thick and chewy cookies are definitely loaded, and they’re definitely one of my current favorite cookies. Who doesn’t love a thick and chewy cookie (if you like yours thin and crispier, try my Lemon Iced Gingersnap Cookies — they’re so tasty, and gluten free, too). 

Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies are perfect treats for the fall season! They're thick and chewy and loaded with goodies!

Since it’s fall and all things pumpkin have been swirling around now for a bit, I felt safe to make these Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies. I’m not one to be first in line for the PSLs at Starbucks (I just think they’re sort of, meh), nor do I overload on pumpkin-flavored anything, but these cookies have just the right touch of pumpkin and seasonings to make them perfect for the fall.

These cookies are a little larger than a standard chocolate chip cookie, and they’re waaaaay thicker. They may not win any “prettiest cookie” contests, but they sure will disappear. They’re delicious and loaded with all sorts of good things!

Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies will become your favorite fall treat! These cookies are scrumptious, thick, and chewy!

Make a batch of Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies today to help celebrate fall!

Loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies are the perfect fall treats! You'll love that these cookies are chewy and thick and filled with fall flavors!

Nutrition

Calories

4414 cal

Fat

157 g

Carbs

694 g

Protein

76 g
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Yields 2 dozen

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Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups flour
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling), plus 3 tablespoons
  • 1 egg
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1-1/2 cups old fashioned oats
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 2/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup roasted cashews, rough chopped
  • 1/3 cup roasted pepitas

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Line several baking pans with parchment and set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Whisk to combine and set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, add the butter and pumpkin puree and mix with a hand blender for a minute or so until combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix again to combine.
  5. Add the white sugar and brown sugar and mix to combine.
  6. One at a time, add the oats, chocolate chips, cranberries, cashews, and pipits, and stir to mix thoroughly.
  7. This is a sticky batter, so your hands will be a bit messy as you shape the cookies.
  8. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the batter per cookie, and mound it into a high, round shape.
  9. Place on the baking pans, with several inches between each cookie. I put a maximum of five cookies on each baking pan.
  10. Bake on the upper racks for about 14 minutes total, and rotate once while cooking. Bake until the edges and tops of the cookies are golden.
  11. Remove from the oven and allow to sit for a minute or so before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Since these cookies are thick, they take a bit longer to cool.
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Comments

  1. 204 Park says

    October 13, 2017 at 3:56 pm

    These look and sound incredible!! I think I'll attempt to whip up a batch this weekend :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 26, 2017 at 11:04 pm

      I hope you love them! They're my new favorite!
      Reply
  2. valerie says

    October 13, 2017 at 5:31 pm

    Oh my gosh..these look so yum! I lovel cowboy cookies so I am sure I will LOOVE these! thanks for sharing val
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 26, 2017 at 11:04 pm

      They're my new favorite and I can't wait to make them again! Thanks, Valerie!
      Reply
  3. Lily says

    October 13, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    These sound SO good! I may have to give them a try this weekend!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 26, 2017 at 11:01 pm

      Thanks, Lily. They. Are. Good! Enjoy :)
      Reply
  4. Marissa says

    October 13, 2017 at 6:13 pm

    For me, the more texture and flavor in a cookie the better so these look AHHHMazing!! Loving all of the fall flavors too...
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:46 am

      These have a ton! Thanks, Marissa! Enjoy!
      Reply
  5. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    October 13, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    Love all of the fall flavors in these cookies and they look so yummy!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:44 am

      Thanks, Marlynn! Perfect for fall, for sure!
      Reply
  6. Summer @ Coffee With Summer says

    October 13, 2017 at 6:50 pm

    Oooo these look soooo delicious. Perfect fall cookie!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:44 am

      Thanks so much, Summer!
      Reply
  7. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    October 13, 2017 at 6:58 pm

    Holy cow, those look amazing - can't wait to try them!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:44 am

      I'm pretty sure I ate 2/3 of them in my house!! I love 'em. Enjoy!
      Reply
  8. Allison says

    October 13, 2017 at 9:24 pm

    These look delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:44 am

      Thanks so much!
      Reply
  9. Lauren says

    October 13, 2017 at 9:44 pm

    These look awesome! I love that they are A. pumpkin and B. have hearty things in them like pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries. Can't wait to try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:43 am

      Thanks, Lauren! Enjoy them!
      Reply
  10. Jessica Bradshaw says

    October 14, 2017 at 12:02 am

    Those look so good. I am all about all things pumpkin now adays. YUM!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:43 am

      Then you'll love these! Enjoy, Jessica!
      Reply
  11. Katy says

    October 14, 2017 at 2:36 am

    Yum! These look amazing! I'll definitely be trying this recipe soon!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:43 am

      Thanks, Katy! I hope you love them!
      Reply
  12. Sabrina says

    October 14, 2017 at 2:38 am

    I love when cookies are lumpy - that's how you know they're bursting with flavor! Yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:42 am

      For sure, Sabrina! Thanks! :)
      Reply
  13. Lecy | A Simpler Grace says

    October 14, 2017 at 3:30 am

    These look delicious! I love cookies that are chock full of yummy add-ins. :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:42 am

      Thanks, Lecy! They have almost everything possible included! :)
      Reply
  14. Taylor Kiser says

    October 14, 2017 at 2:05 pm

    These look so delicious! They're the perfect fall treat!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:42 am

      Thanks so much, Taylor! I love this time of year!
      Reply
  15. Çitra Kale-MyhomeDiaryinTurkey says

    October 14, 2017 at 6:20 pm

    We love cookies. İ make it almost every 2 or 3 days.. and your recipe is on my list now to try. thank you for sharing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:42 am

      Thank you, Citra! I hope you love them! :)
      Reply
  16. Nutmeg Nanny says

    October 14, 2017 at 6:36 pm

    Everything about these cookies look and sound incredible!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:41 am

      Thanks so much!
      Reply
  17. carrie @ frugal foodie mama says

    October 14, 2017 at 10:40 pm

    I don't think you could have possibly packed anymore of the good stuff into these cookies! They look amazing. :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:41 am

      Thanks, Carrie! Yes, filled to the brim!
      Reply
  18. Erin @ The Speckled Palate says

    October 16, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    I love, love, love that you added some seasonal flair to Cowboy Cookies to make these! What a wonderful ingredient list! I know they've got to taste SO GOOD.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:41 am

      Thanks, Erin! They're my new favorite and I ate too many of them!
      Reply
  19. Paula - bell'alimento says

    October 16, 2017 at 2:39 pm

    Load me up with a dozen of these please!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:40 am

      Coming right up! ;)
      Reply
  20. Kim says

    October 16, 2017 at 3:10 pm

    These look like absolute heaven! I'll be giving them a try this weekend!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:40 am

      They're seriously my new favorite! Enjoy them, Kim!
      Reply
  21. Tatyanna says

    October 16, 2017 at 7:20 pm

    Oh man, these look soooo good! I've been looking for a pumpkin recipe for the house. Thx!xx Tatyanna http://www.apopoflife.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:38 am

      That's great, Tatyanna! Glad you found this! Thank you!
      Reply
  22. Cathy @ Lemon Tree Dwelling says

    October 18, 2017 at 12:14 pm

    Mmm I love a good loaded cookie and these are filled with the BEST flavors!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:10 am

      Thanks so much, Cathy!
      Reply
  23. Mimi says

    October 12, 2020 at 9:06 am

    These look so tasty! I seriously need to give this recipe a go!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:17 am

      Thank you, Mimi! I hope you do, and enjoy!
      Reply
  24. Sissy says

    October 12, 2020 at 9:12 am

    If I make them at my house, they would not last long. I like adding pumpkin and lowering the amount of butter. Yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:17 am

      Oh, I know - these are sooooo good! Yes, the pumpkin is definitely a good add! Hope you try them!
      Reply
  25. Jen says

    October 12, 2020 at 10:34 am

    My boys devoured these after practice today! They're already asking when I'm making more.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:17 am

      That's awesome, Jen! Glad they loved these - hoped they saved you a few :)
      Reply
  26. Bella says

    October 12, 2020 at 11:40 am

    omg these cookies look so good! I love loaded cookies they are so so tasty!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:18 am

      Thanks so much, Bella! These are one of my faves!
      Reply
  27. Suzy says

    October 12, 2020 at 4:12 pm

    Loving all of the flavors going on in these cookies! So tasty!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:16 am

      Thanks very much, Suzy!
      Reply
  28. Lori Geurin says

    October 12, 2020 at 4:44 pm

    These look so delicious and I love the pumpkin, cranberries, and oats combination! Can't wait to try these soon because we're into eating fall foods.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:16 am

      Thank you, Lori! Yes! The perfect fall cookie!
      Reply
  29. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    October 12, 2020 at 6:14 pm

    These loaded Pumpkin Harvest Cookies are sound delicious! Dangerously good...
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:15 am

      Thanks so much, Erin!
      Reply
  30. Sharon says

    October 13, 2020 at 3:53 am

    These are the perfect cookies for fall! I love the addition of pepitas, dried cranberries and cashews for that loaded cookie vibe.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:15 am

      Thanks so much, Sharon! Yes, lots of goodies in these yummy cookies! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  31. Stephanie says

    October 13, 2020 at 6:53 am

    Oh, these sound delicious! They also sound like they're pretty filling for cookies. I love all the unique ingredients. You got really creative with this recipe. They're perfect for autumn, that's for sure.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:15 am

      Thank you, Stephanie! Yes - so many goodies tucked inside, and perfect for the fall season!
      Reply
  32. Marina says

    October 13, 2020 at 8:04 am

    Just saved your recipe and can't really wait to try it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:14 am

      Thank you, Marina! Enjoy them!
      Reply
  33. Allyson Zea says

    October 13, 2020 at 11:54 am

    This was a hit with my whole family! Thanks for the easy recipe!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:14 am

      That's awesome, Allyson! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  34. Sara Welch says

    October 13, 2020 at 1:23 pm

    What a delicious treat and perfect for fall! Excited to make this with my kids; looks too good to pass up!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:13 am

      Thanks, Sara! I hope you love them like I do!
      Reply
  35. Christa says

    October 13, 2020 at 2:57 pm

    These look SO GOOD! I love pumpkin anything but adding chocolate and cashews just takes this to another level. I can't wait to try them!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:13 am

      So many goodies tucked in these cookies! Thank you, Christa!
      Reply
  36. Catalina says

    October 14, 2020 at 1:34 am

    My family will go crazy over these for sure! These cookies look amazing!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 15, 2020 at 6:13 am

      Thanks so much, Catalina! Enjoy!
      Reply

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