Description
Indulge in the comforting taste of Maple Cookies with Maple Icing, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with the rich flavor of maple syrup and topped with a sweet maple glaze, making them an irresistible dessert. Optional garnishes like roasted pecans or crumbled bacon add a unique twist that will excite your taste buds. Whether you’re celebrating fall or simply craving a homemade indulgence, these cookies are sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup (for glaze)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for glaze)
- Roasted chopped pecans or crumbled cooked bacon (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Gradually combine this mixture with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Scoop dough into balls (1 ½ to 2 tablespoons each) and place on prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but soft to touch. Cool completely on baking sheets.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with maple syrup and milk to desired consistency. Dip cooled cookies into the glaze and garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg