Maple Cookies With Maple Icing
Delightful soft and chewy maple cookies topped with a delicious maple icing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- ½ cup butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup You can use pure maple syrup for a richer flavor.
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract You could also use different types of extracts, like almond or maple, for variation.
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
For the icing
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden.
- Let cool before icing with a maple icing made from powdered sugar and maple syrup.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, consider freezing them and wrap well to prevent freezer burn.