Maple Cookies
Delightfully sweet and chewy, these maple cookies are perfect for any occasion. The rich flavor of maple syrup paired with warm spices creates an inviting aroma and taste.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 sheet parchment paper
- 1 cooling rack
- 1 cookie scoop or tablespoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar together until creamy.
- Add in the maple syrup and eggs, mixing well until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until the dough forms.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the cookie dough for added texture and flavor if desired.
Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to one week.