Maple Cookies with Maple Icing are the ultimate treat for maple lovers! These soft, buttery cookies are infused with pure maple syrup, giving them a rich, warm flavor that’s perfect for fall or any time you crave a little sweetness.
Topped with a creamy maple icing, they’re a delightful dessert or snack to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
- Cooling rack
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for added warmth)
For the Maple Icing:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1–2 tbsp milk (or as needed for consistency)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
1. Make the Cookies
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Shape and Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
2. Make the Maple Icing
- Whisk the Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk (for thinner icing) or more powdered sugar (for thicker icing).
- Ice the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread or drizzle the icing over the tops. Allow the icing to set before serving.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Total Time
32 minutes
Nutrition (Per Cookie – Makes ~24 Cookies)
- Calories: 160
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 7g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
Expert Tips
- Use Pure Maple Syrup: The flavor of these cookies depends on the quality of the maple syrup. Avoid pancake syrups or artificial substitutes.
- Chill the Dough (Optional): For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Decorate: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or crushed pecans on top of the icing for an extra touch.
FAQs
Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Yes! The cookies can be baked and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Ice them just before serving for the freshest taste.
Can I freeze these cookies?
Absolutely. Freeze the un-iced cookies in a single layer, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag. Thaw and ice them when ready to serve.
What if my icing is too runny?
Add more powdered sugar, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
Storing & Reheating
- Storing: Keep iced cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freeze iced cookies by placing them in a single layer on a baking sheet until the icing sets, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Substitutions & Variations
- Gluten-Free: Substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking mix.
- Add Nuts: Fold in 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts for extra texture.
- Maple Extract: For a stronger maple flavor, add 1/2 tsp maple extract to the cookie dough.
Maple Cookies with Maple Icing
Maple Cookies with Maple Icing are the ultimate treat for maple lovers! These soft, buttery cookies are infused with pure maple syrup, giving them a rich, warm flavor that’s perfect for fall or any time you crave a little sweetness.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- - Hand mixer or stand mixer
- - Baking sheets
- - Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
- - Cooling rack
- Whisk
- - Measuring cups and spoon
Ingredients
- **For the Cookies:**
- - 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- - 1 cup granulated sugar
- - 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- - 2 large eggs
- - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- - 1 tsp vanilla extract
- - 3 cups all-purpose flour
- - 1 tsp baking soda
- - 1/2 tsp baking powder
- - 1/2 tsp salt
- - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon optional, for added warmth
- **For the Maple Icing:**
- - 2 cups powdered sugar
- - 2–3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- - 1–2 tbsp milk or as needed for consistency
- - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- #### 1. Make the Cookies
- **Preheat the Oven:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- **Cream the Butter and Sugars:** In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- **Add Wet Ingredients:** Beat in the eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- **Mix Dry Ingredients:** In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- **Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:** Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- **Shape and Bake:** Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- **Cool:** Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- #### 2. Make the Maple Icing
- **Whisk the Ingredients:** In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk (for thinner icing) or more powdered sugar (for thicker icing).
- **Ice the Cookies:** Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread or drizzle the icing over the tops. Allow the icing to set before serving.
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