Description
Indulge in the enchanting flavors of fall with these Spooky Ghost Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies. The rich, nutty aroma of brown butter perfectly complements the warm sweetness of pumpkin, creating soft, chewy cookies that are irresistibly delicious. Topped with playful ghostly frosting, these treats are perfect for Halloween gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Delight your family and friends with a festive dessert that captures the spirit of autumn!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (browned)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until golden brown and nutty in aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine browned butter, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 151
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 88mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg