Brown Butter Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies for Cozy Fall Nights
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Brown Butter Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, perfect for cozy fall nights. These delightful treats combine the rich nuttiness of brown butter with the warmth of pumpkin and warm spices, resulting in a chewy texture that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet evening by the fireplace, these cookies are sure to impress. They are easy to make, customizable, and ideal for sharing with friends and family. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven with a warm beverage for an unforgettable autumn experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup Unsalted Butter
- ½ cup Granulated Sugar
- ¾ cup Light Brown Sugar
- 1 large Egg Yolk
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- ⅓ cup Pumpkin Puree
- 1½ cups All-Purpose Flour
- ½ tsp Baking Soda
- ½ tsp Baking Powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- ¼ tsp Ground Ginger
- ⅛ tsp Ground Nutmeg
- ⅛ tsp Ground Cloves
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- Flaky Sea Salt
Instructions
- Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty.
- In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, light brown sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until blended.
- Add cooled brown butter and pumpkin puree to the sugar mixture; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets; bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg