Description
Indulge in the warmth of fall with these Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies! Blending the rich flavors of pure maple syrup and spiced pumpkin, these cookies offer a delightful chewy texture that’s perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet afternoon treat. Each bite is a celebration of autumn, making them an instant favorite among family and friends. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create this comforting dessert. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or shared at holiday gatherings, these cookies will bring joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin or chai spice blend
Instructions
- Prepare brown butter by melting it in a saucepan over medium heat until browned; let cool.
- Blot excess moisture from canned pumpkin using paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled brown butter, light brown sugar, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Add egg yolk and blotted pumpkin puree; mix well with vanilla extract.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Chill dough in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll chilled dough into balls, coat in spiced sugar mixture, and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until set but soft in the center; cool on racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg