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Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies

chewy maple pumpkin cookies
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Indulge in the warm embrace of fall with these chewy maple pumpkin cookies, where the rich flavors of pumpkin and maple come together for a delightful treat. Perfectly spiced and coated in a sweet sugar mixture, these cookies are soft on the inside with just the right amount of chewiness. They are easy to make and ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying during quiet afternoons at home. The inviting aroma that fills your kitchen while they bake will create memories you’ll cherish all season long!

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

Instructions

  1. Make brown butter by melting it in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown bits form. Cool for about 30 minutes.
  2. Blot canned pumpkin with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  4. Combine cooled brown butter with brown sugar and maple syrup until smooth; add egg yolk and mix well.
  5. Stir in prepared pumpkin and vanilla extracts until blended.
  6. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Chill dough for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Mix granulated sugar with spices for coating.
  10. Scoop dough into balls, coat in spiced sugar, and place on prepared sheets about 2-3 inches apart.
  11. Bake for 12-14 minutes, checking puffiness halfway through.

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