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Spooky Ghost Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies

Spooky Ghost Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies for a Festive Treat

These Spooky Ghost Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies combine maple and pumpkin flavors with brown butter for a whimsical Halloween treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Can substitute with apple sauce for a lighter cookie.
  • 1/2 cup brown butter Regular melted butter can be used in a pinch, but may lack depth.
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup Honey or agave syrup are perfect alternatives.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend to make it gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Can substitute with pumpkin spice if preferred.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Increase a pinch if using unsalted butter.
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup white chocolate Melts for easy piping; milk chocolate can be used for a different look.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the butter and allow it to melt. Stir continuously until the foam subsides and the butter turns a rich golden brown color, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled brown butter with the pumpkin puree and maple syrup. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Ensure these ingredients are well mixed.
  4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet pumpkin mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Use a medium cookie scoop to portion out the dough, placing each scoop two inches apart.
  6. Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes or until set and lightly golden around the edges.
  7. While the cookies cool, melt white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals until smooth. Create ghost shapes on each cookie with a piping bag once cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Freezing is an option for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature.

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