Description

Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these chewy maple pumpkin cookies, a delightful treat that captures the essence of fall in every bite. These irresistible cookies blend the rich flavors of pumpkin and maple, perfectly complemented by warm spices. Ideal for cozy gatherings or as a sweet indulgence during chilly evenings, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. Coated in spiced sugar, each cookie boasts a soft and buttery texture, making them a perfect addition to your seasonal dessert table. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can whip up a batch of these delicious cookies that embody the spirit of the season.

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp pumpkin or chai spice blend
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup European-style unsalted butter, browned and cool but still liquid
1 cup light brown sugar
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
1/2 cup canned pumpkin, blotted
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp maple extract (optional)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp pumpkin or chai spice blend

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Instructions

Make brown butter by melting unsalted butter in a saucepan until it forms brown bits. Cool for about 30 minutes.
Prepare canned pumpkin by blotting excess moisture with paper towels.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, combine cooled brown butter with light brown sugar and maple syrup until smooth. Mix in egg yolk and pumpkin puree.
Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
Chill the dough for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
Roll chilled dough into balls, coat in spiced sugar mixture, and place on prepared sheets.
Bake for 12–14 minutes until slightly puffed; cool on racks.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg