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Spooky Ghost Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies

Spooky Ghost Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies for Fall Fun

These Spooky Ghost Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies blend the warmth of maple and brown butter with pumpkin, making them the perfect Halloween treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Substitute with sweet potato puree for a different taste.
  • 1 cup brown butter Ensure it is browned lightly before adding.
  • 3/4 cup maple syrup Honey can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Nutmeg can be used as a substitute.
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup white chocolate Used for decorating the cookies as ghosts.
  • 1 cup black candy melts Can substitute with dark chocolate.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter, stirring continuously until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the prepared brown butter, pumpkin puree, and maple syrup. Stir well until thoroughly blended. Gradually add flour and cinnamon, mixing gently to combine.
  3. Form Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a medium cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops feel slightly soft. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  5. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the wire rack. Prepare the ghost decorations using melted white chocolate and black candy melts.
  6. Decorate: Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cookies to create ghostly shapes. Use the black candy melts to draw eyes and mouths.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To extend life, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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