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A close-up photo of a snowflake-shaped sugar cookie decorated with white royal icing on a white decorative plate against a wooden surface. The icing creates an intricate snowflake pattern with delicate details and clean lines.

Maple Cookies with Maple Icing

Meryem
Soft and chewy maple cookies crowned with a smooth maple icing, these treats capture autumn's warmth in every bite. The cookies have a tender crumb infused with pure maple syrup, while the icing adds an extra layer of maple goodness that melts in your mouth. Perfect for holiday cookie exchanges, fall gatherings, or anytime you crave that distinct maple flavor.
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Total Time 3 hours
Course Breakfast
Cuisine North American
Servings 2 dozen

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Maple Icing:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes)
  • Beat in egg, maple syrup, and vanilla until well combined
  • Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined
  • Cover dough and refrigerate for 2 hours
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper
  • Scoop chilled dough into 1.5-inch balls, place 2 inches apart
  • Bake 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly golden
  • Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks
  • For icing: whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla until smooth
  • Once cookies are completely cool, spread with maple icing

Notes

Servings: 24 cookies