Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2

Combine the pumpkin, sugar, oil, egg, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Stir together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking soda. Add the flour mixture slowly to the pumpkin mixture & mix well.

Step 4

Stir in 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips and the walnuts.

Step 5

Use a tablespoon to drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet. Use the back of the spoon or your finger to smooth out the tops slightly.

Step 6

Top the cookie dough with the reserved chocolate chips. Bake for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Let the cookies cool on the pan for 2-3 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in a sealed container.