Pumpkin Chip Goodies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 1/4 cups chocolate chips (save some for topping).
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
03 - 2 cups regular flour.
04 - 1 large egg.
05 - 1 teaspoon baking soda.
06 - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract.
07 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar.
08 - 3 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
09 - 1/4 cup white sugar.
10 - 1 teaspoon of nutmeg.
11 - 1 cup pure pumpkin (from a 15-ounce can).
12 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil.
13 - 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
14 - 1/2 cup optional chopped walnuts.

# Instructions:

01 - Turn the oven on to 350°F. Cover a baking tray with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
02 - Mix pumpkin, white and brown sugars, oil, egg, and vanilla together in a big bowl.
03 - In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder.
04 - Combine the dry and wet ingredients one step at a time, mixing well.
05 - Mix in 1 cup of chocolate chips and add walnuts if you like them.
06 - Spoon out cookie dough by the tablespoon onto the baking sheet. Smooth the tops if needed.
07 - Sprinkle the leftover chocolate chips on top, then bake for 10 minutes.
08 - Let cookies rest on the sheet for 2-3 minutes before moving them to a cooling rack.

# Notes:

01 - Want more crunch? Toss in some chopped pecans or extra nuts.
02 - Keep the cookies fresh by storing them in a sealed container for up to 5 days.