If you love sweet treats, then you’ll adore these Maple Cookies with Maple Icing! They are soft, chewy, and packed with the wonderful flavor of maple. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to bring smiles to your family and friends.
Why Make This Recipe
Making these Maple Cookies is a great idea because they are super easy to whip up and taste amazing. The warm, comforting flavor of maple syrup gets everyone in the mood for a sweet treat. Plus, they are perfect for sharing or enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee!
How to Make Maple Cookies with Maple Icing
Making these cookies is simple! Just follow the easy steps below, and you’ll have delicious cookies in no time.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk (for icing)
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (for icing)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the maple syrup.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool.
- For the icing, mix powdered sugar, milk, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Let the icing set before serving.
How to Serve Maple Cookies with Maple Icing
These cookies are best served fresh. You can enjoy them warm or let them cool completely before serving. They go great with a cup of milk, coffee, or tea!
How to Store Maple Cookies with Maple Icing
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container. They will last for about a week at room temperature. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them for up to three months. Just make sure to thaw them before enjoying!
Tips to Make Maple Cookies with Maple Icing
- Make sure your butter is soft enough to cream easily with the sugar.
- Don’t overmix the cookie dough; mix until just combined for soft cookies.
- Let the cookies cool completely before icing, so the icing doesn’t melt away.
Variation
You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the cookie dough for an extra delicious twist.
FAQs
1. Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use margarine, but it may change the flavor and texture slightly.
2. What can I use instead of maple syrup?
You can use honey or corn syrup, but the flavor will be different.
3. How can I make the icing thicker?
Add more powdered sugar a little at a time until you reach your desired thickness.
