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Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Recipe
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles. This delightful twist on the classic snickerdoodle features a soft, chewy texture infused with pumpkin and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying on a chilly evening, these cookies are sure to become a seasonal favorite. Easy to make, they require minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you to create a batch of irresistible cookies that will impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

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  • 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 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 (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 brown. Let cool.
  2. Prepare pumpkin puree by blotting excess moisture with paper towels.
  3. In a stand mixer, combine brown butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until mixed.
  4. Add pumpkin puree, egg yolk, molasses, and vanilla; mix until just combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, spices, and salt.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; refrigerate dough for 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Mix granulated sugar with cinnamon for coating.
  9. Scoop cookie dough onto baking sheets; coat each piece in cinnamon sugar.
  10. Bake for 9-10 minutes or until edges are set; cool on wire racks.

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