Maple Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe
Maple brown sugar cookies are soft, chewy, and topped with maple glaze. This easy recipe brings cozy fall flavor to every bite.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls (1 large, 1 medium)
- Hand or stand mixer
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Rubber Spatula
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheets
- Wire cooling rack
- Whisk or small spoon (for glaze)
Ingredients
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¼ cups packed dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons maple extract or 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts Optional
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 –2 tablespoons milk adjust for consistency
- pinch of sea salt Optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and maple extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in nuts if using. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes for better shape and flavor.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough (about 1.5 tbsp per cookie), roll into balls, and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set and centers are soft.
- Cool for 5 minutes on baking sheet, then transfer to wire racks.
- While cookies cool, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk to make glaze.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies. Let set for 15 minutes before storing or serving.
Notes
Nutrition Info (per cookie)
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 9g
- Sugar: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 2g
