Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)
Soft, chewy maple cinnamon cookies shine for holiday gatherings like Christmas and Thanksgiving. Maple glaze, cinnamon, and brown sugar combine for a festive, sweet treat. With cozy flavor notes, this one's worth revisiting.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Cookie Dough
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1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
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1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
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1/3 cup pure maple syrup
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon maple extract
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1 large egg
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Maple Glaze (optional)
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 to 3 tablespoons heavy cream
# How to Make It:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, packed light brown sugar, pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, maple extract, and egg. Stir until thoroughly incorporated and smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until mixture is uniform and free of lumps.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring carefully until a consistent dough forms. Avoid overmixing to maintain cookie tenderness.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop dough into evenly sized balls and place them spaced apart on the prepared sheets. Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
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For a maple glaze, mix powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream in a small bowl until a spreadable consistency is achieved. Drizzle or spread glaze over cooled cookies as desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For enhanced chewiness, avoid overbaking and allow cookies to cool on the baking tray before transferring.