Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Maple Brown Sugar Cookies. With their rich flavor profile and captivating aroma, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday gathering or a cozy evening at home. The combination of pure maple syrup and dark brown sugar creates a mouthwatering sweetness, while the chewy centers and crisp edges offer a satisfying texture that will keep you coming back for more. Topped with a simple yet delicious maple icing, these cookies not only taste amazing but also make for an impressive treat to share with family and friends. Remember to chill the cookie dough for at least two hours for the best results!
Ingredients
- 2 and 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon maple extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar
- pinch salt, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and dark brown sugar using a mixer until smooth. Add egg, maple syrup, vanilla, and maple extracts; mix well.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in chopped pecans.
- Cover dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll dough into balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each) and place on baking sheets with space in between.
- Bake for 12-13 minutes until lightly browned around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Allow cookies to cool on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg into your dough. Substitute pecans with walnuts or leave them out entirely for nut-free cookies. Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.