top of page
Search

Soft & Chewy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Crinkle Cookies

  • Writer: glutenfreemomofthr
    glutenfreemomofthr
  • Nov 22, 2025
  • 2 min read

A cozy, Christmasy treat you can whip up in minutes


There’s something magical about baking in the colder months — the warm oven, the smell of spices filling the kitchen, and the kind of treat that just feels like a hug. These Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Crinkle Cookies were a total surprise recipe for me…

because I didn’t even use a recipe when I made them! I threw everything together based on instinct, and WOW — they turned out soft, chewy, perfectly spiced, and absolutely Christmasy.


I had to write this down because not only did they turn out delicious, they’re honestly one of the easiest gluten-free cookies I’ve ever made. And the powdered-sugar coating makes them look like they were dipped in fresh snow — so festive and perfect for holiday baking.


Why You’ll Love These Cookies

  • Gluten-free but no one can tell — soft, chewy, and not gritty at all

  • Full of warm pumpkin spice for that ultimate holiday flavour

  • Quick to make… even with chilling, they’re ready fast

  • Great for gifting — they look beautiful on cookie trays

  • Kid-friendly, cozy, and perfect with coffee or hot chocolate


Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Flour

  • 1 tbsp Club House Pumpkin Spice

  • 1 tsp Baking soda

  • 1/2 tsp Salt

  • 1.5 sticks salted butter (¾ cup), softened

  • 1.5 cups brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp vanilla extract

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)


Instructions

1. Cream the butter & sugar

Beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This gives you that soft, chewy cookie base.


2. Add the wet ingredients

Mix in the vanilla and the egg until smooth.


3. Combine the dry ingredients

Whisk together the gluten-free flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt.Fold into the wet ingredients until the dough forms.


4. Chill the dough

Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes.This keeps the cookies thick, soft, and bakery-style.


5. Roll in powdered sugar

Scoop into balls and roll generously in powdered sugar.The more the better — it gives that beautiful snowy, crackled Christmas cookie look.


6. Bake

Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes.They should look slightly underbaked in the center — they’ll set as they cool.


Timing & Yield

  • Prep: 10 minutes

  • Chill: 30–60 minutes

  • Bake: 10–12 minutes

  • Total: ~45–60 minutes

  • Makes: 16 cookies


The Christmas Vibes Are REAL

These cookies come out soft, fluffy, and coated in a sparkly layer of powdered sugar that honestly looks like a snowy winter morning. The pumpkin spice gives them that cozy holiday warmth without being overpowering — they literally taste like Christmas.


Serve them with:

  • A mug of hot chocolate

  • Peppermint tea

  • A holiday movie night

  • A cookie gift box for friends or teachers


They also stay soft for days, which makes them perfect for baking ahead.


 
 
 

Comments

bottom of page