Maple Cookies With Maple Icing Recipe
Delight in these soft and chewy Maple Cookies topped with a luscious maple glaze. Infused with rich maple syrup and a hint of cinnamon, these cookies capture the essence of fall flavors. Perfect for a cozy snack or holiday treat, the optional pecan or bacon garnish adds a delightful crunch and savory twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- ½ cup butter, softened (1 stick)
- 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
For the Maple Glaze:
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1–2 tablespoons milk, as needed
Optional Garnish:
- Roasted chopped pecans
- Crumbled cooked bacon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, cream together ½ cup softened butter and 1 cup brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then add ¼ cup maple syrup, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon to create an evenly mixed dry blend.
- Mix Dough: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, blending gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and keep the cookies tender.
- Shape Cookies: Using a scoop or spoon, portion out 1 ½ to 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie. Roll each portion into a ball and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball gently to about ½ inch thick to allow even baking.
- Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cookies are set but remain soft to the touch. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheets before glazing.
- Prepare Glaze: In a clean bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon milk until the glaze is smooth. Add additional milk, a teaspoon at a time, if a thinner consistency is desired for easier glazing.
- Glaze Cookies: Once the cookies have cooled, dip the tops into the maple glaze, allowing the excess to drip off, or alternatively, spoon the glaze evenly over each cookie.
- Add Garnish: While the glaze is still wet, sprinkle with roasted chopped pecans or crumbled cooked bacon for added texture and flavor, if desired. Let the glaze set before serving or storing.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the dough to maintain the cookies’ soft texture.
- The maple glaze can be adjusted in thickness by altering the amount of milk added.
- Optional garnishes like pecans or bacon add a great contrast but can be omitted for a simple maple cookie.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use a non-dairy milk in the glaze.
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