Description
Indulge in the warmth of fall with these Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles! Soft, spiced, and delightfully chewy, these cookies combine the rich flavors of pumpkin with a perfect blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. The addition of brown butter elevates their taste, making them an irresistible treat for cozy gatherings or afternoon snacks. Easy to prepare and fun to customize, you can enjoy them fresh from the oven or share them as thoughtful gifts during the holiday season. Embrace autumn with every bite!
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for rolling
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown bits form at the bottom; cool slightly and chill for 30 minutes.
- Blot excess moisture from pumpkin puree using paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chilled brown butter with granulated and brown sugars; mix until sandy.
- Add pumpkin puree, egg yolk, molasses, and vanilla; mix to combine.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, spices, and salt in another bowl; gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Refrigerate dough uncovered for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll dough pieces in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon before placing on baking sheets.
- Bake for 9–10 minutes until edges are set but tops are cracked; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg
