Description

Indulge in the warmth of fall with these chewy maple pumpkin cookies, a delightful treat that encapsulates the essence of the season. Each cookie boasts a soft, chewy texture, enhanced by the rich flavors of brown butter, maple syrup, and fragrant spices. Perfect for cozy gatherings or enjoying with a warm beverage, these cookies will quickly become a favorite in your autumn repertoire. With their sweet and spicy sugar coating and buttery finish, they are an irresistible addition to any dessert table. Easy to make and wonderfully versatile, these cookies allow you to customize spice levels to suit your taste. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or paired with your favorite seasonal drinks.

Ingredients

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2 1/4 c (270g) all purpose flour
2 tsp pumpkin or chai spice blend
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 c (226g) European style unsalted butter, browned and cool but still liquid
1 c (200g) light brown sugar
1/3 c (79ml) pure maple syrup
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
1/2 c (125g) canned pumpkin, blotted
2 tsp (10ml) vanilla extract
1/2 tsp (2.5ml) maple extract, optional
1/2 c (100g) granulated sugar
1/2 tsp pumpkin or chai spice blend

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Instructions

Prepare brown butter: Melt and whisk until golden brown, then cool.
Blot canned pumpkin to reduce moisture.
Whisk dry ingredients together; set aside.
Mix cooled brown butter with sugars and wet ingredients until combined.
Gradually add dry mixture; do not overmix.
Chill dough for at least 8 hours.
Preheat oven; prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll dough balls in spiced sugar mixture and place on sheets.
Bake until slightly underbaked for maximum chewiness; cool on racks.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg