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Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

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Indulge in the flavors of fall with these delightful Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles! These soft and spiced cookies offer a perfect blend of pumpkin puree and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. The addition of brown butter enhances their rich flavor, making them an irresistible treat for cozy gatherings or a sweet pick-me-up after a long day. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Get ready to fill your kitchen with delightful aromas and enjoy these chewy delights that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups plus 3 tablespoons (270 g) 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 (200 g) dark brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup (80 g) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon molasses (not blackstrap)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and fragrant. Chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare pumpkin puree by blotting excess moisture with paper towels.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine browned butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until well mixed.
  4. Add pumpkin puree, egg yolk, molasses, and vanilla; mix until combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, spices, and salt; then gradually incorporate into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Mix granulated sugar with cinnamon for coating.
  9. Portion dough into balls using a scoop; roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  10. Bake for 9-10 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft; cool on wire racks.

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