Description
Deliciously soft and chewy Maple Brown Sugar Cookies combine the rich flavors of brown sugar and pure maple syrup for a perfect fall or holiday treat. These classic American-style cookies are easy to bake and bring a warm, comforting sweetness to your dessert table.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, which takes about 2-3 minutes. This step helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the pure maple syrup, the egg, and vanilla extract until all ingredients are fully combined and the batter is smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using. This ensures the leavening agents and spices are evenly distributed.
- Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Slightly flatten each ball using your palm or the bottom of a glass to help them bake evenly.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will still look soft but will firm up as they cool.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps prevent breakage and allows full flavor development.
Notes
- For extra maple flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon maple extract to the wet ingredients.
- These cookies remain soft and chewy, making them ideal for fall or holiday baking.
- Drizzle with a maple glaze or sprinkle with coarse sugar for a special decorative touch.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
