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Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies

chewy maple pumpkin cookies
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these chewy maple pumpkin cookies. Soft, buttery, and infused with warm spices, these cookies are a perfect treat for any occasion—be it cozy family gatherings or festive holiday celebrations. Each bite offers a rich pumpkin flavor sweetened with pure maple syrup, making them irresistibly delicious. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, you can whip up a batch in no time. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or paired with your favorite coffee, these cookies will surely impress everyone at your table.

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 cooled 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. Prepare brown butter: Melt butter over medium heat until brown bits form; cool.
  2. Blot canned pumpkin using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. In one bowl, whisk together flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, mix brown butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup until smooth; then add egg yolk and pumpkin.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Chill dough for at least 8 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Shape chilled dough into balls and roll in spiced sugar mixture before placing them on prepared sheets.
  9. Bake for 12-14 minutes until soft in the center; cool on racks.

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