Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Maple Brown Sugar Cookies, featuring crispy edges and chewy centers that melt in your mouth. Infused with rich maple syrup and complemented by the nutty flavor of pecans, these cookies are a perfect treat for any occasion—be it family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or cozy nights at home. The easy preparation ensures that bakers of all skill levels can whip up a batch of these scrumptious cookies. Top them off with a luscious maple icing for an extra touch of sweetness, creating a dessert that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 and 1/3 cups (291g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) packed dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup (80ml) pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon maple extract
- 1 cup (130g) chopped pecans
- 2 Tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter for icing
- 1/3 cup (80ml) pure maple syrup for icing
- 1 cup (112g) sifted confectioners’ sugar for icing
- Pinch salt, to taste for icing
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and dark brown sugar until smooth. Add egg, then mix in maple syrup, vanilla extract, and maple extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture, then fold in chopped pecans.
- Chill dough for at least 2 hours before rolling into balls.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets.
- Bake cookies for 12-13 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
- Cool on wire racks before drizzling with maple icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg