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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 bursting with the warm essence of pumpkin and maple syrup, these cookies offer a satisfying crunch from pecans that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for cozy gatherings, festive occasions, or simply enjoying at home with a cup of tea or coffee, this easy-to-follow recipe will quickly become a staple in your baking repertoire. With just the right balance of sweetness and spice, every bite is a treat for the senses.

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 oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cloves, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Cream butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, maple syrup, and blotted pumpkin puree to the creamed mixture; mix until combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir until smooth.
  6. Fold in half of the chopped pecans.
  7. Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
  8. Bake for 13-15 minutes until set but soft in the center.
  9. Allow cookies to cool before drizzling with maple icing and sprinkle remaining pecans on top.

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