Maple Sugar Cookies
Soft and buttery maple cookies topped with a glossy maple icing perfect for cozy holiday baking and gift-giving!
Equipment
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cookie scoop (optional but helpful)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Whisk or fork for icing
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup real maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
- 1 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk adjust for desired consistency
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving room to spread.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- For the icing, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and just enough cream or milk to reach a drizzling consistency.
- Spoon or dip icing over cooled cookies. Let them set until the icing firms up.
Notes
- The glaze will firm up as it sets, so give them 30 minutes at room temp before stacking.
- For extra maple flavor, use Grade A dark amber syrup.