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Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies

Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful warmth of Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies, a perfect treat for cozy fall days. These cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with all the comforting flavors of autumn. With the rich nuttiness of brown butter combined with the sweet warmth of pumpkin spice, each bite offers a taste of seasonal joy. Ideal for family gatherings or a quiet evening at home, these cookies require no mixer or chill time, making them incredibly easy to whip up. You can even prepare the dough ahead of time for fresh-baked goodness whenever you crave it!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 2/3 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Brown the butter in a pan over medium heat until golden.
  3. Cool the browned butter before whisking it with sugars until sandy.
  4. Add egg yolks and pumpkin puree; mix well.
  5. Fold in flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt until just combined.
  6. Roll dough into balls, coat in cinnamon sugar mixture, and place on baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; cool on wire racks.

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