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Delicious Brown Butter Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Brown Butter Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

As the leaves turn golden and the air gets crisp, there's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through your kitchen. Brown Butter Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies are not just a treat; they are a warm hug in dessert form.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir frequently until the butter turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. This step is crucial for achieving that rich flavor, so keep an eye on it!
  3. Step 3: Remove the browned butter from heat and let it cool slightly.
  4. Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Add the slightly cooled browned butter and mix until everything is well combined.
  5. Step 5: Stir in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Step 6: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  7. Step 7: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  8. Step 8: Fold in the rolled oats and chocolate chips, if using.
  9. Step 9: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  10. Step 10: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Your kitchen will smell amazing!
  11. Step 11: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To keep these cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage. Just make sure to layer them between parchment paper to prevent sticking!