Oh my sweet friends… if autumn had a scent, it would be these Maple Pumpkin Cookies baking in the oven.

Warm maple syrup. Earthy pumpkin. Buttery brown sugar. A soft, pillowy center with slightly crisp edges. These cookies are everything we love about fall wrapped into one cozy bite.

As Poulef, I live for recipes that bring families together in the kitchen—and these cookies do exactly that. They’re simple enough for a weekday bake, special enough for holiday gatherings, and irresistible with a hot cup of tea or coffee.

Today I’m sharing the complete, fully detailed, SEO-optimized recipe, full ingredient breakdown, pro baking tips, storage secrets, Pinterest save section, related recipes, and your ready-to-use Tasty Recipes fillRecipeForm script.

Let’s bake something magical.

Why You’ll Love These Maple Pumpkin Cookies

These cookies are:

• Soft and chewy
• Naturally moist from pumpkin puree
• Infused with real maple flavor
• Perfect for fall baking
• Freezer-friendly
• Easy to make in under 30 minutes

They’re not cakey. They’re not dry. They’re beautifully balanced with warm spices and rich maple sweetness.

Full Ingredient List (Complete & Detailed)

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Here’s everything you’ll need to make perfect Maple Pumpkin Cookies:

Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
• ½ cup (110g) packed brown sugar
• ¾ cup (180g) canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1 large egg (room temperature)
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup (optional but recommended)

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger

Optional Maple Glaze (Highly Recommended!)

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon milk or cream
• Pinch of cinnamon

Ingredient Notes for Best Results

• Use pure maple syrup, not pancake syrup.
• Blot pumpkin puree with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
• Brown sugar keeps cookies soft and chewy.
• Room-temperature egg blends better.
• Real butter gives richer flavor than margarine.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugars

In a large mixing bowl:

Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

This step creates soft texture.

Step 3: Add Pumpkin & Wet Ingredients

Mix in:

• Pumpkin puree
• Egg
• Vanilla extract
• Maple syrup

Beat until smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together:

• Flour
• Baking soda
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Cloves
• Ginger

Step 5: Combine & Form Dough

Gradually add dry mixture into wet mixture.

Mix until just combined.

Do not overmix.

Dough will be soft and slightly sticky.

Step 6: Scoop & Bake

Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 10–12 minutes.

Edges should look set. Centers remain soft.

Step 7: Cool & Glaze

Let cool completely before glazing.

Mix glaze ingredients until smooth.

Drizzle over cookies.

Let glaze set before serving.

Texture & Flavor Profile

These cookies are:

• Soft and pillowy
• Moist from pumpkin
• Lightly spiced
• Sweet but not overpowering
• Balanced with maple warmth

The glaze adds that bakery-style finish.

Storage Instructions

Room Temperature:
Store in airtight container up to 4 days.

Refrigerator:
Up to 7 days.

Freezer:
Freeze unglazed cookies up to 2 months.

Nutritional Information (Per Cookie Approximate)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	160
Carbs	22g
Sugar	14g
Fat	7g
Protein	2g
Fiber	1g

Pro Baking Tips

✔ Blot pumpkin puree for thicker cookies
✔ Chill dough 20 minutes for less spread
✔ Don’t overbake
✔ Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness
✔ Sprinkle sea salt on glaze

Related Recipes You’ll Love

• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies – https://poulef.com/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-cookies
• Maple Pecan Bars – https://poulef.com/maple-pecan-bars
• Soft Ginger Molasses Cookies – https://poulef.com/ginger-molasses-cookies
• Brown Butter Snickerdoodles – https://poulef.com/brown-butter-snickerdoodles
• Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins – https://poulef.com/pumpkin-cream-cheese-muffins

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