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Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing

Irresistibly Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing

Delight in these Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing, perfect for cozy autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour May substitute with gluten-free blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can swap for pumpkin spice.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use high-quality butter.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Choose Grade A Dark Color.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with 1/4 cup applesauce for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract.

For the Brown Butter Icing

  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift for smooth consistency.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Any type works, including non-dairy.

Instructions
 

Cookie Preparation

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  • In a large mixer bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar. Beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add pure maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until just combined.
  • Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • In a saucepan, brown the butter over medium heat, stirring frequently, then remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk.
  • Dip or drizzle the brown butter icing over the cooled cookies.

Notes

Sprinkle cinnamon on top of the icing for added flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Autumn Treats, baking, Brown Butter Icing, chewy cookies, Seasonal Desserts, Soft Maple Cookies
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