Maple Pumpkin Cookies – Soft, Chewy, and Full of Fall Flavor

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These Maple Pumpkin Cookies are the perfect blend of cozy pumpkin spice and rich maple sweetness. Soft, pillowy, and bursting with autumn flavor, they’re a treat you’ll want to bake all season long. Whether you’re making them for Thanksgiving, a fall party, or simply to enjoy with your coffee, these cookies are an irresistible seasonal favorite.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Super soft texture thanks to pumpkin purée.
  • Perfect fall flavor with warm spices and real maple syrup.
  • Easy to make – just mix, scoop, and bake.
  • Great for holiday dessert tables or edible gifts.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup maple syrup (pure maple syrup recommended)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp salt

Optional Maple Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1–2 tsp milk (adjust for consistency)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add the pumpkin purée, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients just until mixed – don’t overmix.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are soft.
  7. Cool completely before drizzling with maple glaze, if desired.

Storage Tips

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze baked cookies (without glaze) for up to 2 months. Thaw and glaze before serving.

Pro Tips for the Best Maple Pumpkin Cookies

  • Use pure maple syrup for the richest flavor.
  • For a stronger spice profile, add a pinch of cloves or allspice.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if you want thicker cookies.

These Maple Pumpkin Cookies are fall in every bite – warm, soft, and full of seasonal comfort. Pair them with a cup of hot apple cider, and you’ve got the ultimate autumn snack. 🍂🍪

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