Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade Maple Cookies with Maple Icing, a delightful treat that encapsulates the essence of fall. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with rich maple flavor, making them perfect for cozy family gatherings or festive holiday celebrations. Topped with a sweet maple glaze, they are sure to be a hit with everyone. Easy to make and customizable with toppings like roasted pecans or crumbled bacon, this recipe invites bakers of all skill levels to create a delicious dessert that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the glaze: 1 ½ cups powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in maple syrup, egg, and vanilla until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop out dough (1½ – 2 tablespoons) and roll into balls. Place on baking sheets, flattening each ball slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but soft. Cool completely before glazing.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and maple syrup for the glaze; dip cookie tops or spoon over them.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg