Description
These soft and chewy maple cookies with maple icing are a sweet celebration of fall flavor. Made with real maple syrup and topped with a luscious maple glaze, they’re perfect for holiday baking, cozy weekends, or maple lovers everywhere!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup pure maple syrup
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Maple Icing:
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2-3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
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1-2 teaspoons milk or cream (adjust for desired consistency)
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Optional: 1/4 teaspoon maple extract for extra flavor
Instructions
Cookies:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in maple syrup, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
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Scoop or roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
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Flatten slightly with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
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Let cool completely before icing.
Maple Icing:
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In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth.
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Add milk/cream gradually to reach drizzling consistency.
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Drizzle or spread over cooled cookies. Let icing set before storing.
Notes
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Use high-quality pure maple syrup for the best flavor.
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Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the dough for extra texture.
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Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
