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Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies

chewy maple pumpkin cookies
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Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these irresistibly chewy maple pumpkin cookies. Bursting with rich flavors of maple syrup and pumpkin, these delightful treats are coated in a sweet and spicy sugar mixture, making them perfect for cozy gatherings or as a thoughtful homemade gift. With their wonderfully chewy texture and buttery taste, you’ll find it hard to resist reaching for just one more. This easy recipe is designed for bakers of all levels and can be customized with your favorite spices for a unique twist. Enjoy these cookies fresh out of the oven or store them for a later treat!

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 (for coating)
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin or chai spice blend (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Make brown butter by melting it in a saucepan until golden brown, then let cool.
  2. Prepare pumpkin puree by squeezing excess moisture from canned pumpkin.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: whisk cooled brown butter, brown sugar, maple syrup; add egg yolk, pumpkin, and extracts.
  5. Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Chill dough for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Roll chilled dough into balls, coat in spiced sugar mix, and bake for 12-14 minutes.

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