Description
Delight in these soft and buttery Maple Glazed Cookies that combine the rich flavors of pure maple syrup and vanilla. Perfectly baked to a golden edge and topped with a sweet maple glaze, these cookies make a wonderful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Maple Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for thinning)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter together with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which typically takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Egg, Vanilla, and Maple Syrup: Beat in the large egg, vanilla extract, and pure maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring an even flavor throughout the dough.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to evenly disperse the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until combined to avoid overworking the dough and maintain cookie tenderness.
- Form the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball slightly with your hand to promote even baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn a light golden color. Remove them and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Maple Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the sifted powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon of milk. Add more milk as needed to achieve a thick but pourable consistency. Stir in the vanilla extract if using for an extra depth of flavor.
- Glaze the Cookies: Once the cookies have completely cooled, drizzle the maple glaze over the top of each cookie. Allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before serving to ensure it firms up nicely.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the salt content in your cookies.
- Sifting powdered sugar ensures a smooth glaze without lumps.
- You can adjust the thickness of the glaze by varying the amount of milk added.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For extra maple flavor, use pure maple syrup rather than imitation syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
