02/19/2026
Maple Cookies with Maple Icing
Ingredients:
For the Maple Cookies:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar (for softness)
- ½ teaspoon fine salt
For the Maple Icing:
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, very soft
- ¼ teaspoon maple extract (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream or whole milk, as needed
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Scoop dough by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Remove cookies from oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. To make the maple icing, combine powdered sugar, maple syrup, softened butter, and maple extract in a bowl.
10. Add heavy cream or whole milk one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
11. Once cookies are completely cooled, spread or pipe the maple icing on top.
12. Allow icing to set before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes
Kcal: 180 kcal (per cookie, approx.) | Servings: 24 cookies
Tips:
Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and enhance texture.
Use a piping bag for a neat and decorative icing finish on the cookies.
