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Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies


  • Author: Jennie Graham
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Soft and chewy pumpkin cookies with rich brown butter flavor and chocolate chips. These autumn-inspired treats combine the nutty taste of browned butter with warm pumpkin for the perfect fall dessert.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Brown the Butter: Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty-smelling (about 5 minutes). Let cool slightly.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together browned butter, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add to wet mixture until just combined.
  • Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  • Chill Dough (Optional): Cover and chill the dough for an hour for thicker cookies with better shape retention.
  • Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.

Notes

  • Watch butter carefully during browning – it transforms quickly from perfect to burnt
  • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation and smoother batter
  • Don’t overmix once flour is added to prevent tough, dense cookies
  • Cool completely on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 185 calories
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: brown butter pumpkin cookies, fall cookies, pumpkin dessert, chocolate chip cookies, autumn baking, homemade cookies