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Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing

Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing for Cozy Nights

Delight in Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing—a cozy sweet infused with warm cinnamon, perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda acts as a leavening agent
  • ½ teaspoon salt opt for sea salt for a sophisticated touch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon recommended for that cozy autumn vibe
  • ½ cup unsalted butter for dairy-free, try vegan butter instead
  • 1 cup brown sugar coconut sugar can be used for a unique flavor
  • ¾ cup pure maple syrup Grade A Dark is best for flavor
  • 1 large egg crucial for texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla is best for flavor
For the Brown Butter Icing
  • 2 cups powdered sugar can be substituted with a sugar alternative
  • 2 tablespoons milk any type or dairy alternative can be used

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough portions onto baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown on the edges. Let cool on sheets for 5 minutes.
  8. For the icing, melt butter until brown, mix with powdered sugar and maple syrup, adjusting with milk.
  9. Once cooled, dip cookies into the icing or drizzle it on top. Allow icing to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

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