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Irresistible Pumpkin Maple Cookies

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Soft, chewy pumpkin maple cookies bursting with warm fall flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of maple syrup sweetness. Perfect for cozy autumn days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
  • Maple glaze (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, maple syrup, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, then mix until well combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep your cookies tender.
  5. If using pecans or chocolate chips, fold them in gently at this stage.
  6. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly puffed. Don’t overbake—they’ll firm up as they cool.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chill the dough for 15-20 minutes if it feels too sticky. Use fresh pumpkin puree for a more intense flavor, and opt for real maple syrup for the best taste.

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Keywords: Pumpkin cookies, Maple cookies, Fall dessert, Autumn baking, Easy cookies

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