These Air Fryer Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies are soft, spiced, and loaded with autumn flavor. Made quickly from a simple cake mix and baked in the air fryer, they’re an easy, cozy treat for fall or anytime you want a sweet pumpkin dessert.
If you’re looking for a quick and cozy pumpkin treat, these Air Fryer Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies are perfect.
Using a simple cake mix as the base, they come together in minutes and bake up soft, spiced, and full of autumn flavor.
The air fryer makes them fast and fuss-free, giving you warm, delicious cookies without heating up the oven.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Quick and Easy: Made from a simple cake mix for minimal prep.
- Soft and Chewy: Perfectly tender cookies with a cozy texture.
- Packed with Pumpkin Flavor: Warm spices and pumpkin create a fall favorite.
- Air Fryer Convenience: Bakes quickly without heating up the oven.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Great for snacks, dessert, or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients Needed
- Pumpkin Cake Mix: Base for soft, sweet, spiced cookie dough.
- Pumpkin Puree: Adds moisture, flavor, and soft texture to cookies.
- Eggs: Bind ingredients together and provide structure and richness.
- Butter (melted): Adds richness, flavor, and tender, chewy texture.
- Ground Cinnamon: Gives warm, cozy spice and enhances pumpkin flavor.
- Nutmeg (optional): Adds subtle warm, aromatic, fall-inspired flavor notes.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances sweetness and adds aromatic depth to cookies.
- Chocolate Chips (optional): Adds melty, sweet chocolate pockets in every bite.
How To Make Air Fryer Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin cake mix, pumpkin puree, melted butter, and eggs. Stir until a smooth, sticky dough forms.
Step 2: Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), vanilla extract, and optional chocolate chips until evenly incorporated.
Step 3: Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F, for 3-5 minutes. The line the basket with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop portions of dough into the basket, leaving space between each cookie for even cooking. Flatten each slightly with the back of the spoon.
Step 5: Cook at 350°F for 6–8 minutes, or until cookies are set and lightly golden around the edges. Cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer.
Step 6: Remove cookies from the air fryer and let them cool on a wire rack. This allows them to firm up slightly before serving.
Air Fryer Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies Recipe Tips
- Use room-temperature eggs and butter: Helps the dough mix evenly and bake consistently.
- Flatten cookies slightly before air frying: Prevents them from staying too tall since they don’t spread much.
- Monitor cooking time closely: Air fryer models vary; remove when edges are lightly golden.
- Add mix-ins if desired: Chocolate chips, nuts, or white chocolate chunks can enhance flavor.
- Cool completely before storing: Keeps cookies from sticking together and maintains their soft texture.
Storing, Freezing and Reheating Instructions
- Storing: Let cookies cool completely, then store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Wrap cookies individually or layer with parchment paper in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Reheating: Warm in the air fryer at 300°F for 1–2 minutes or microwave for 10–15 seconds to refresh softness.
Air Fryer Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies Recipe Faqs
Can I make these cookies gluten-free? Yes! Use a gluten-free cake mix and ensure other ingredients are gluten-free.
Can I add other mix-ins? Absolutely! Chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit work well.
How do I keep cookies soft? Avoid overbaking and cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Can I bake these in the oven instead of the air fryer? Yes! Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden at the edges.
Can I double the recipe? Yes, but bake in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
Can I omit the chocolate chips? Yes! The cookies will still be soft, spiced, and flavorful.
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Air Fryer Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies
Description
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin cake mix
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg, optional
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the 1 cup pumpkin cake mix, ¼ cup pumpkin puree, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 large egg. Stir until a smooth, sticky dough forms.
- Stir in c½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons chocolate chips until evenly incorporated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F. Line the basket with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop portions of dough into the basket, leaving space between each cookie for even cooking. Flatten each slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Cook at 350°F for 6–8 minutes, or until cookies are set and lightly golden around the edges. Cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer.
- Remove cookies from the air fryer and let them cool on a wire rack. This allows them to firm up slightly before serving.
Equipment
- Parchment Paper
Nutrition
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