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Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies

chewy maple pumpkin cookies
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these chewy maple pumpkin cookies! Soft, sweet, and bursting with the goodness of pumpkin, these cookies are perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. The delightful combination of rich maple syrup and warm spices wraps you in a cozy embrace, making each bite a treat to savor. These cookies not only fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma while baking but also ensure smiles all around when shared with family and friends. Easy to make and customizable, they will quickly become your go-to autumn dessert!

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 light brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup European-style unsalted butter, browned and cooled
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin, blotted
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp maple extract, optional
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for coating

Instructions

  1. Prepare brown butter by melting it in a saucepan until golden brown. Allow to cool.
  2. Blot excess moisture from canned pumpkin using paper towels.
  3. Whisk together flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cooled brown butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup until smooth.
  5. Stir in egg yolk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and optional maple extract until well mixed.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  7. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  9. Mix granulated sugar with spice blend for coating.
  10. Scoop dough into balls, roll in spiced sugar, and place on baking sheets spaced apart.
  11. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are slightly golden. Cool on racks.

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