Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until the butter turns a golden brown color and has a nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled brown butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup until well combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract and whisk again until smooth. Stir in the pumpkin puree until fully incorporated.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 4: Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) to prevent overspreading.
- Step 5: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain their chewy texture.
- A quick zap in the microwave for 5-10 seconds will revive that warm, gooey, fresh-baked feel.
- Serve these spiced pumpkin cookies with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.
- For the richest flavor, don't rush the brown butter process; that nutty aroma is key to a truly special cookie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American