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Maple Cookies

Maple cookies are a delightful treat infused with the rich flavor of maple syrup, perfect for any occasion with a soft texture that melts in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (Grade A recommended)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup For glaze
  • 1-2 tbsp milk As needed for consistency
  • 1 tbsp melted butter For glaze
  • 1 pinch salt For glaze

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and pure maple syrup, then mix until fully combined and smooth.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir just until the dough comes together.
Chilling the Dough
  1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of chilled dough and roll into balls, placing them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers still appear slightly underbaked.
Cooling and Glazing
  1. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Start with 1 tablespoon of milk and add more as needed until the glaze is smooth and spreadable.
  4. Spoon the glaze over the cooled cookies and let it set for 30 minutes at room temperature or chill briefly in the fridge until firm.

Notes

For a dairy-free option, substitute the butter with a plant-based alternative. Consider adding chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits to the dough for extra texture and flavor.