Print

Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies

chewy maple pumpkin cookies
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these chewy maple pumpkin cookies, a perfect treat for the season! Bursting with the cozy warmth of pumpkin and sweetened with pure maple syrup, these cookies offer a soft and chewy texture that is simply irresistible. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, they can be prepared ahead of time for ultimate convenience. Whether you’re enjoying them with a warm cup of tea or sharing them with friends, these cookies are sure to bring smiles all around.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 1/4 c (270g) all purpose flour
  • 2 tsp pumpkin or chai spice blend
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 c (226g) dairy-free butter, browned and cool but still liquid
  • 1 c (200g) light brown sugar
  • 1/3 c (79ml) pure maple syrup
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1/2 c (125g) canned pumpkin, blotted
  • 2 tsp (10ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) maple extract, optional
  • 1/2 c (100g) granulated sugar for coating
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin or chai spice blend for coating

Instructions

  1. Make the brown butter: Melt and cook butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown; let cool.
  2. Prepare the pumpkin: Blot canned pumpkin on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: Whisk together flour, spice blend, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mix cooled brown butter with light brown sugar and maple syrup until smooth.
  5. Add egg yolk, pumpkin, vanilla extract, and optional maple extract; stir until well combined.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; mix until just combined.
  7. Chill the dough: Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Roll dough into balls and coat in a mixture of granulated sugar and spice blend before placing on sheets.
  10. Bake for 12-14 minutes; cool on baking sheet before transferring to wire rack.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://familyrecipesdaily.com/chewy-maple-pumpkin-cookies-2/