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Maple and Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies

Maple and Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Maple and Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies. With a delightful blend of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and the rich sweetness of maple syrup, these cookies are soft, chewy, and utterly satisfying. They fill your home with an inviting aroma as they bake, making them perfect for enjoying with coffee on a quiet afternoon or sharing at family gatherings. Easy to make and adaptable to your pantry staples, these cookies are sure to become a beloved treat in your household.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter (for browning)
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 1/4 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar (for coating)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp white sugar (for coating)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant (5-7 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, combine browned butter, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and pumpkin puree; mix until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; stir until just combined.
  5. Chill dough in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix sugars and cinnamon for coating in a small bowl.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, coat with sugar mixture, and place on lined baking sheets.
  8. Bake for about 12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  9. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

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