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Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate fall treat with these irresistible Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies. The perfect blend of classic snickerdoodle flavor and warm, comforting pumpkin spice, these cookies are sure to become your new favorite autumn indulgence. With their soft, chewy centers and crisp, cinnamon-sugar-coated edges, every bite is a delightful balance of textures and flavors.
Prep Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 13 cookies

Equipment

  • large cookie scoop (can fit 3 tbsp)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2/3 cup Libby's Pumpkin Puree room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp dark brown sugar packed
  • 2 large egg yolks room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 2/3 cups + 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar for rolling
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon for rolling

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking trays with parchment paper. Set them aside while you prepare the cookie dough.
  • Start by browning 1 cup of unsalted butter in a large stainless steel pan over medium heat. Stir occasionally and keep a close eye on it to prevent burning. Once the butter is browned and smells nutty, remove it from the heat and pour it into a glass measuring cup. Chill the browned butter in the fridge for 45-60 minutes, stirring every 20 minutes, until it reaches 70-75°F. The butter should be cool but still liquid.
  • While the butter chills, measure out 2/3 cup of Libby's Pumpkin Puree and spread it onto a plate. Press paper towels into the puree to absorb excess moisture. Repeat this process until the pumpkin feels like soft playdough and measures roughly 1/3 cup.
  • Once the butter is cool, whisk in 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp dark brown sugar for 1 minute until it resembles wet sand. Then, whisk in 2 large egg yolks, 2 tsp vanilla extract, and the dried pumpkin puree.
  • Gently fold in 1 2/3 cups + 1 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp cream of tartar, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt until just combined. Place the bowl of dough in the fridge for 5 minutes to firm up. If it's still soft, chill for a bit longer.
  • In a small bowl, mix 1/3 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Scoop the dough into 3 tbsp-sized balls and roll each one in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2-3 inches apart.
  • Bake the cookies one tray at a time for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are puffy and slightly underbaked. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before enjoying them.
  • Any leftover cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. If you want to freeze the cookie dough balls, let them come to room temperature before baking.
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