Description
Delight in the sweet, buttery goodness of Maple Cookies topped with a luscious maple icing. These soft, chewy cookies combine the rich flavors of pure maple syrup and vanilla, perfect for a cozy treat or sharing with friends and family. Baked to golden perfection, they offer a perfect balance of sweetness and maple indulgence.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Maple Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth texture for the dough.
- Add Maple Syrup and Vanilla: Beat in the maple syrup and vanilla extract until well combined to infuse the dough with rich flavors.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft cookie dough forms without overmixing.
- Scoop Dough: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, place rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk until smooth and pourable to create the maple icing.
- Ice Cookies: Once cookies are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the maple icing over the tops and allow it to set before serving for a delightful finishing touch.
Notes
- For soft cookies, avoid overbaking to keep the centers chewy.
- Use real pure maple syrup for authentic flavor.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Milk in the icing can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative for lactose intolerance.
- If dough is too sticky, chill for 15-30 minutes before scooping.
