Brown Butter Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies for Cozy Fall Nights
Indulge in the deliciousness of Brown Butter Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, the ultimate treat for cozy fall nights. This recipe harmoniously blends the rich flavors of brown butter with the warm essence of pumpkin, creating a chewy cookie that is sure to become a seasonal favorite. Each bite is filled with melty chocolate chips, making these cookies perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying alone with your favorite hot beverage. Easy to prepare and delightful to eat, they are a must-try addition to your autumn baking repertoire.
- 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
- â…“ 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
- â…› tsp Ground Nutmeg
- â…› tsp Ground Cloves
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- Flaky Sea Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty in aroma. Let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the browned butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients and stir until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool on racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg