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Brown Butter and Maple Chewy Pumpkin Cookies

Brown Butter and Maple Chewy Pumpkin Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with Brown Butter and Maple Chewy Pumpkin Cookies. These cookies are the perfect balance of rich, nutty brown butter complemented by the warm sweetness of maple syrup and pumpkin. Each bite offers a chewy texture that feels like a cozy hug on a chilly day, making them ideal for everything from weeknight snacks to festive gatherings. With their inviting aroma and comforting taste, these cookies are sure to become your go-to seasonal treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar for topping
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar for topping
  • 1 tsp cinnamon for topping

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter over medium heat until amber-colored, then chill for 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix chilled butter with brown sugar until clumpy; add egg yolk, maple syrup, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
  5. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Roll dough into balls, coat in cinnamon-sugar mixture, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

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