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Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Cookies

Soft and chewy pumpkin cookies
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Indulge in the warmth of fall with these soft and chewy pumpkin cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. Infused with the rich flavors of brown butter and warm spices, these cookies are irresistibly delicious and easy to make. With just one bowl required, you’ll spend less time cleaning up and more time enjoying the cozy, comforting goodness. Ideal for sharing during gatherings or savoring solo with a cup of tea, these delightful autumn snacks will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ¼ cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooled brown butter, sugars, and maple syrup until smooth.
  3. Add the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree; mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined; chill dough for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop dough into balls; roll in a mixture of white sugar and pumpkin pie spice before placing on sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-14 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly underbaked.

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