Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Brown Butter and Maple Chewy Pumpkin Cookies, a perfect autumn treat for any occasion. These cookies combine the rich nuttiness of brown butter with the sweetness of pure maple syrup and pumpkin puree, resulting in a delightful chewy texture that melts in your mouth. With hints of cinnamon and pumpkin spice, they embody the essence of fall while being easy to prepare. Ideal for cozy family gatherings or festive celebrations, these cookies will quickly become a favorite among friends and family. Enjoy them as a sweet snack, dessert, or paired with your morning coffee for an extra special treat.
Ingredients
- 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
- Brown the butter over medium heat until it turns a rich amber color. Chill until slightly thickened.
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (180ยฐC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix cooled brown butter and dark brown sugar until clumpy. Add egg yolk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree; mix until smooth.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture gently until combined.
- Scoop dough portions into cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat before placing on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12โ15 minutes until edges are golden but centers are slightly underdone. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in chocolate chips or nuts. Substitute coconut sugar for a different flavor profile or use gluten-free flour if needed.