Description
These Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate combine the cozy flavors of cinnamon and rich maple syrup with sweet white chocolate chips. Soft and chewy with a hint of warmth, these cookies are perfect for an indulgent treat or festive occasions.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and eggs until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies.
- Add White Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold the white chocolate chips into the cookie dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Shape the Cookies: Using a tablespoon-sized scoop, portion out the dough and roll each portion into a ball. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. The edges should be golden brown, while the centers will remain soft to maintain chewiness.
- Cool: Once baked, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up slightly. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the cookies and allow them to finish setting on the baking sheet.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Maple syrup adds a distinctive flavor; if unavailable, you can substitute with honey, but the flavor will be different.
- Ensure butter is at room temperature for easier creaming and better cookie texture.
- Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to prevent tough cookies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
