Description
These Maple Brown Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with warm maple and cinnamon flavors. Combining the richness of brown sugar and pure maple syrup, these classic American cookies are perfect for cozy fall desserts or anytime you crave a sweet treat with a hint of spice.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: 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 Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes. This step incorporates air for a tender cookie texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the pure maple syrup, followed by the large egg and vanilla extract. Stir until all ingredients are well combined into a smooth mixture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening agent and spices throughout the dough.
- Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a soft, consistent dough forms. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
- Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, scoop out dough balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to provide room for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft, achieving the perfect chewy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up slightly before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they don’t break apart.
Notes
- For extra maple flavor, drizzle cooled cookies with a maple glaze made from powdered sugar and maple syrup.
- You can add chopped pecans to the dough for a delightful nutty twist and extra texture.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better cookie texture.
- Do not overbake; cookies will continue to firm up as they cool off the heat.
