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Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing

Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing
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Indulge in the delightful experience of Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing, a perfect treat for any occasion. These cookies boast a chewy texture and rich maple flavor, enhanced by a luscious brown butter icing that takes them to the next level. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, enjoying a cozy night in, or looking for a sweet snack, these cookies will satisfy your cravings. Their straightforward preparation makes them accessible for bakers of all skill levels, while the option to chill the dough allows you to prepare ahead of time. Enjoy the warm aroma and comforting taste of these soft maple cookies that are sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (for icing)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup (for icing)
  • 1–2 Tbsp milk or cream (for icing, as needed)
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for icing)
  • Flaky sea salt or chopped toasted pecans, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, sea salt, and cinnamon.
  2. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in maple syrup.
  3. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  4. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
  7. For icing, brown remaining unsalted butter in a saucepan, then combine with powdered sugar and maple syrup; adjust consistency with milk.
  8. Drizzle or dip cooled cookies in icing and let set before serving.

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