Description
Indulge in the delightful autumn flavors of Maple Pecan Pumpkin Cookies, a perfect treat for cozy gatherings or a quiet afternoon snack. These soft, fluffy cookies combine the rich taste of pumpkin with the sweetness of pure maple syrup and the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans. Topped with a creamy maple icing and additional pecans, they are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Easy to make and bursting with seasonal spices, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or as part of your holiday dessert spread – they capture the essence of fall in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 & ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ¼ cup white sugar
- ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- ⅔ cup pumpkin puree (blotted)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup (for icing)
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves (for icing)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for icing)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cloves, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cream butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together until fluffy.
- Add egg, maple syrup, and blotted pumpkin puree; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Fold in half of the chopped pecans.
- Scoop out dough onto a cookie sheet and space apart.
- Bake for 13–15 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on a rack, then drizzle with maple icing made from powdered sugar and maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg