In a separate bowl, combine all dry ingredients and mix well.
In another bowl, add shortening, pumpkin puree, sugar and mix until smooth and combined. Gradually add all flour until a dough is formed. Scoop ⅓ cup of dough to reserve for chocolate dough.
Fold in chocolate chips. Drop 1-2 Tbsp size dough balls onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Place pea size chocolate dough (see below) on top of dough balls. Slightly flatten
Chocolate Dough- Add cocoa powder and shortening to reserved ⅓c dough. Mix until combined.
Bake at 350 until edges just begin to turn golden brown.
Recipe by Petite Allergy Treats at https://petiteallergytreats.com/vegan-gluten-free-double-chocolate-chip-pumpkin-cookies/