Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies
Indulge in the warmth of fall with these chewy maple pumpkin cookies. This delightful treat combines the rich flavors of pure maple syrup and aromatic pumpkin, delivering a soft, chewy texture that’s simply irresistible. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, each cookie is spiced just right to evoke the essence of autumn. Easy to prepare and adaptable, these cookies can be enjoyed as a sweet snack or a festive dessert. With their inviting aroma and melt-in-your-mouth goodness, they are sure to become a seasonal favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup European-style unsalted butter (browned)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (drained)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare brown butter by melting it until golden brown; let cool.
- Drain excess moisture from pumpkin puree using paper towels.
- Whisk together flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, combine cooled brown butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup; mix in egg yolk and pumpkin puree.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Chill dough for at least 8 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll chilled dough into balls, coat in sugar-spice mixture, and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes or until set but still soft; cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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