Irresistible Pumpkin Maple Cookies: Soft, Chewy, and Full of Fall Flavor
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Irresistible Pumpkin Maple Cookies. Soft, chewy, and bursting with the rich essence of pumpkin and maple syrup, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—from a casual weeknight snack to festive gatherings. Their delightful aroma will fill your home, making them an instant favorite among family and friends. Plus, they are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, ensuring you always have a batch ready for sharing or savoring solo.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup pure pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter with both sugars until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes.
- Scoop out about 1½ tablespoons of dough per cookie onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden but still soft in the center. Cool on the sheet for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg