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Maple Pecan Pumpkin Cookies

Maple Pecan Pumpkin Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Maple Pecan Pumpkin Cookies. Soft, fluffy, and topped with a sweet maple icing, these treats blend the warm essence of pumpkin and aromatic spices with the crunchy goodness of pecans. Perfect for cozy family gatherings or festive celebrations, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy every bite as these cookies melt in your mouth, bringing the taste of autumn to your dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 & 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 your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cloves, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugars using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, maple syrup, and blotted pumpkin puree; mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  6. Fold in half of the chopped pecans.
  7. Use a cookie scoop to form dough balls and place them on a baking sheet.
  8. Bake for about 13–15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  9. Cool on a rack before icing with a mixture of powdered sugar and maple syrup.

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