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Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies

chewy maple pumpkin cookies

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of chewy maple pumpkin cookies, a perfect treat for autumn! These cookies blend the warm essence of pumpkin with the sweet richness of maple syrup, creating an irresistible combination that will enchant your taste buds. Coated with a spiced sugar mix, they offer a chewy texture that pairs beautifully with your favorite hot beverage or can stand alone as a comforting snack. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress everyone around you. Get ready to bake a batch of happiness that celebrates the joys of fall!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup European style unsalted butter (browned)
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for coating
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend for coating

Instructions

  1. 1. Brown the butter over medium heat until golden and nutty, then cool.
  2. 2. Prepare pumpkin by blotting excess moisture with paper towels.
  3. 3. Whisk together flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt in one bowl.
  4. 4. In another bowl, mix cooled butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup. Stir in egg yolk, pumpkin, vanilla, and optional maple extract.
  5. 5. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; chill dough for at least 8 hours.
  6. 6. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  7. 7. Roll dough into balls and coat in spiced sugar; space evenly on sheets.
  8. 8. Bake for 12-14 minutes until slightly puffed; cool before serving.

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