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Brown Butter and Maple Chewy Pumpkin Cookies

Brown Butter and Maple Chewy Pumpkin Cookies

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Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these Brown Butter and Maple Chewy Pumpkin Cookies. Each bite is a delightful blend of rich brown butter, sweet maple syrup, and cozy pumpkin pie spices, evoking the essence of fall. Perfect for gatherings or a comforting treat at home, these cookies are easy to whip up and will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma while they bake. With their chewy texture and warm flavors, they are sure to become a seasonal favorite that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (220g) unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups (280g) dark brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (80g) pumpkin puree
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it turns amber in color. Cool it slightly.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
  4. In another bowl, mix the cooled brown butter with dark brown sugar until clumpy. Add the egg yolk, maple syrup, and pumpkin puree; mix until smooth.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. If needed, chill the dough for about 15 minutes.
  6. Scoop dough into balls and roll in a cinnamon-sugar mixture before placing on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are darkened but centers remain puffy.

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