Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles. Perfectly soft and chewy, these delightful cookies combine the rich taste of pumpkin with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all enhanced by the nutty flavor of brown butter. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo with a warm beverage, these treats will quickly become a seasonal favorite. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re sure to impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 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, packed
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 egg yolk, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, brown the butter over medium heat until golden and fragrant. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Blot pumpkin puree with paper towels to reduce moisture.
- Mix cooled browned butter with granulated and dark brown sugars until combined.
- Incorporate pumpkin puree, egg yolk, molasses, and vanilla until smooth.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, spices, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Refrigerate uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Roll portions of dough in cinnamon-sugar mixture before placing on sheets.
- Bake for 9 to 10 minutes or until edges are set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For extra flavor variations, try adding chocolate chips or nuts to the dough before chilling. Ensure that your spices are fresh for the best flavor outcome.