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Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies

chewy maple pumpkin cookies
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Delight in the warm flavors of fall with these chewy maple pumpkin cookies! Perfect for any occasion, they combine the sweetness of pure maple syrup and the comforting spice of pumpkin to create a treat that everyone will adore. Each bite is a journey through autumn, with soft, chewy textures making them ideal for dunking in your favorite hot drink. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies bring joy to family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Get ready to fill your kitchen with delightful aromas and create lasting memories as you bake!

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. Prepare brown butter by melting it in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Allow it to 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. In another bowl, combine cooled brown butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup.
  4. Mix in egg yolk and prepared pumpkin until well combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  6. Chill dough for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Roll dough into balls, coat in spiced sugar mixture, and bake for 12-14 minutes.

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