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Maple Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe

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These Maple Brown Sugar Cookies offer a perfect balance of rich butter, sweet brown sugar, and pure maple syrup for a deliciously soft and tender treat. Finished with a smooth maple glaze and a hint of cinnamon, they are ideal for any occasion and easy to make from scratch.

Ingredients

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For the Cookies

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Maple Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • Optional cinnamon for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and packed brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. This step aerates the batter, leading to tender cookies.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the pure maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and fully combined, ensuring even flavor throughout the dough.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. This ensures the leavening and spices are evenly distributed.
  5. Mix Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender cookie texture.
  6. Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into 1½-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets spaced about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball to promote even baking and shape.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. The centers should remain soft. Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the Maple Glaze: While the cookies cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, and 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Adjust milk to achieve desired glaze consistency.
  9. Glaze and Garnish: Drizzle the maple glaze over the cooled cookies and optionally sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
  • Do not overbake the cookies to keep them soft and chewy.
  • For a dairy-free glaze, use plant-based milk like almond or oat milk.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze unglazed cookie dough balls for later baking, thaw before baking.

Keywords: Maple Brown Sugar Cookies, soft cookies, maple glaze, cinnamon cookies, easy dessert, homemade cookies

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