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Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies

chewy maple pumpkin cookies
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these chewy maple pumpkin cookies. Perfectly soft and perfectly spiced, each cookie features a rich combination of pumpkin and maple, crowned with a sweet spiced sugar coating that enhances their warmth and comfort. These cookies are not just a seasonal treat; they’re ideal for cozy nights in, festive gatherings, or as thoughtful gifts. With straightforward instructions and accessible ingredients, this recipe will have you enjoying homemade cookies in no time.

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) 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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the brown butter by melting it in a saucepan over medium heat until browned. Allow to cool.
  2. Blot excess moisture from canned pumpkin before adding it to your mixture.
  3. Whisk together flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  4. In another bowl, mix cooled brown butter with light brown sugar and maple syrup until combined. Stir in egg yolk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just mixed. Chill dough for at least 8 hours.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and roll in spiced sugar mixture.
  7. Bake for 12–14 minutes or until lightly set, then cool on wire racks.

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