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Maple Pecan Pumpkin Cookies

Maple Pecan Pumpkin Cookies
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Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of fall with our Maple Pecan Pumpkin Cookies. These soft, fluffy treats combine the rich essence of pumpkin puree with the sweetness of maple syrup and the delightful crunch of toasted pecans. Perfect for family gatherings, cozy evenings at home, or as a charming gift for friends, these cookies are sure to be a hit. With their comforting spices and mouthwatering icing, they bring the spirit of autumn right to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 and 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

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cloves, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Cream room temperature butter with white and brown sugars until fluffy.
  4. Blot pumpkin puree to remove excess moisture.
  5. Mix in egg, maple syrup, and blotted pumpkin until combined.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until fully combined.
  7. Fold in half of the chopped pecans.
  8. Drop tablespoon-sized dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 13-15 minutes until set but soft in the center.
  10. Cool cookies on a rack while preparing icing.
  11. Whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, and cloves until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies and sprinkle remaining pecans.

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