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Delicious homemade maple cookies topped with maple icing, perfect for fall treats.

Soft Maple Cookies with Maple Icing

These soft maple cookies topped with a sweet maple icing are the perfect cozy treat for any occasion, offering a delightful flavor and texture that's sure to warm your heart.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Brings richness and a soft bite.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Adds warmth and a deeper caramel note.
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or maple flavoring For signature sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds out the flavors.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Ensure proper measuring to avoid dough issues.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent for soft texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
Maple Icing Ingredients
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Main ingredient for the icing.
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup For flavoring the icing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Baking
  1. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly underdone.
  3. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Icing
  1. In a bowl, combine powdered sugar and maple syrup, adding a little liquid until the icing reaches your desired consistency.
  2. Once cookies are completely cooled, spread the icing on top.

Notes

To prevent spreading, ensure proper flour measuring and chill the dough if necessary. Store in an airtight container with a piece of bread for added moisture. The cookies can be frozen without icing for better storage.