Easy, but incredibly delicious, these fall inspired no bake cookies take just 15 minutes to make. Despite only having 6 ingredients, these cookies are perfectly spiced in every bite.
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Butter Oatmeal Pumpkin Pumpkin Spice Sea Salt Caramel Chips
Easy, but incredibly delicious, these fall inspired no bake cookies take just 15 minutes to make. Despite only having 6 ingredients, these cookies are perfectly spiced in every bite.
Tuesday October 5, 2021
(4.76 stars from 58 ratings)
Butter Oatmeal Pumpkin Pumpkin Spice Sea Salt Caramel Chips
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These cookies are so quick and easy, I am going to keep this post quick and easy too. Six ingredients, 15 minutes, one pot, and some patience as they set in the fridge is all you need to make these delicious fall cookies! I promise these will become your new favorite no-bake cookie. Even my husband (who doesn't really like pumpkin -- yes really) agreed that these are amazing. I worked really hard to make sure these pumpkin spice no bake cookies were as easy as possible while still being absolutely delicious and I have to say, after many failed attempts, I nailed it.
One word: delicious. More specifically a delicious, perfectly spiced, pumpkin pie flavored oatmeal cookie. They have a soft, chewy texture without being gloopy or sticky. Imagine an oatmeal cookie crossed with a pumpkin pie with subtle notes of caramel, but better - way better.
There are only 6 ingredients:
butter - this is the base of the cookie and helps them set
brown sugar - I like to use brown sugar as it gives a deeper flavor and has more moisture to help keep the cookies chewy
pumpkin - canned pumpkin works great for this
sea salt caramel chips - the secret ingredient in these cookies that makes them a step above the rest; you can also use butterscotch, white chocolate or your favorite baking chips
oats -this is the main part of the cookie - quick oats work best
pumpkin pie spice - gives the delicious flavor of fall with one easy spice blend - cinnamon can be subbed, or your favorite fall spice blend will work great too
These are the easiest cookies you will ever make
step one: squeeze the pumpkin out to remove excess moisture (this is very important; if you do not remove excess moisture your cookies will not set properly)
step two: add the squeezed pumpkin to a large sauce pan along with butter, sugar, baking chips and pumpkin pie spice and stir and heat until just starting to simmer, stirring often to prevent burning. Mixture should be smooth and sugar should be dissolved
step three: remove from heat; stir in the oatmeal until well coated
step four: carefully drop by heaping tablespoon onto lined baking sheets and allow to chill in fridge for 20 minutes, or until the cookies are solid (mixture will be quite hot so be carefuly not to touch it!)
I use a triple layer of paper towel and gather my pumpkin inside and gently squeeze to get the majority of the liquid out. the pumpkin will be close to half its volume when finished and it should look slightly pasty. Be careful not to squeeze too much because the paper towel can rip. If this happens you can always cover with another layer of paper towel. This is a very important step and it is absolutely worth it to take the time to squeeze the pumpkin. Without proper moisture removal these cookies were very sticky and messy even after sitting in the fridge overnight.
You need some sort of baking chip to help these firm up; I find chocolate takes over the flavor slightly but in a pinch chocolate chips could be used. Other options that won't overpower the pumpkin spice flavor include butterscotch, white chocolate, or even cinnamon chips if they are available in your area.
These cookies are fresh for about 4-5 days when kept in an airtight container in the fridge. Extra cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months in a freezer safe container. Cookies are best enjoyed straight from the fridge or at room temperature, however they will be softer.
Easy, but incredibly delicious, these fall inspired no bake cookies take just 15 minutes to make. Despite only having 6 ingredients, these cookies are perfectly spiced in every bite.
(4.76 stars from 58 ratings)
Using paper towel, gently squeeze out extra moisture from the pumpkin; you will have roughly half to two thirds of the pumpkin left after squeezing
Add the pumpkin to a large sauce pot over medium heat along with sugar, butter, baking chips, and pumpkin pie spice
Heat until mixture starts to simmer, about 5-8 minutes, stirring frequently
Remove from heat, add the oats and stir until fully coated
Drop cookie mixture by heaping tablespoon onto a lined baking sheet, then refrigerate until set, about 20-30 minutes
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Tonya Engel
Thursday September 21, 2023These were super easy and they taste amazing!
Natalie
Tuesday September 26, 2023so glad you enjoyed them! they are a favorite of mine!
Joan
Wednesday September 13, 2023Hello, I tasted these at a recent 'fair' and they were wonderfully delicious. Since I'll be making them for the first time to serve to a group of friends: is it ok to substitute turbanado or coconut sugar for the Brown Sugar? Thanks!
Natalie
Thursday September 14, 2023I haven’t tried either of those substitutes with these cookies, but the important part is that the sugar needs to be able to melt nicely. I think turbinado would work, I’m not too sure about coconut. If you try it I’d love to hear how it turns out!
Sarra
Thursday August 31, 2023What is the brand of sea salt caramel chips you use? Do you happen to have a link for them?
Natalie
Thursday August 31, 2023I am in canada and we have chipits here, i can also purchase them at the bulk food store. if you cant find them, butterscotch is a very close substitute! :)
Cathy
Thursday August 31, 2023Added splash vanilla. Dash cinnimon. Best part is cant overtake. Thanks!!
Natalie
Thursday August 31, 2023They are fail proof! Glad you enjoyed!!
Anthony Murray
Thursday December 15, 2022These are so easy take my grands love pumpkin bread ,so I know they will enjoy these cookies.
ReplyRegina
Saturday November 12, 2022I am lactose and gluten free, used avocado butter, almond butter instead of caramel chips and gf oatmeal. Was really good! Thank you
Natalie
Sunday November 13, 2022I am glad you found a way to make the recipe work for you!
Danielle Smith
Friday November 11, 2022I cannot find the baking chips anywhere. Anyone use any other flavored baking chips?
Natalie
Saturday November 12, 2022the baking chips can be a bit tricky! Butterscotch, white chocolate, or cinnamon would all be perfectly fine!
Samantha
Monday November 7, 2022I made these yesterday and when I got up this morning.....there was only 3 left....some one must have been snacking while I was sleeping....lol
Natalie
Tuesday November 8, 2022Hahaha - Next time hide some!
Debi
Sunday November 6, 2022So easy to make and absolutely delicious!!
Natalie
Monday November 7, 2022I agree!! Glad you liked them!
Kimberly Stockwell
Sunday November 6, 2022They were a huge hit!
Natalie
Sunday November 6, 2022I’m so glad!