These Maple Cookies are a cozy, old-fashioned treat—soft, buttery rounds infused with rich maple syrup and topped with a luscious maple glaze that hardens just enough to satisfy the sweet tooth. With a texture like a cross between a sugar cookie and a snickerdoodle, they’re perfect for fall baking, holiday trays, or anytime you crave that warm, caramel-like sweetness of real maple.
No fancy tools, no chilling—just one bowl and 20 minutes to cookie bliss.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🍁 Real maple flavor in both cookie and icing
- ⏱️ 15 minutes prep, 10 minutes bake
- 💛 One bowl = easy cleanup
- 💸 Costs under $6—makes 24 cookies
- 🌾 Naturally nut-free & easily gluten-free
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Cookies:
- ½ cup (1 stick / 115g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup (Grade A or B—not pancake syrup)
- 1 large egg
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Maple Icing:
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp milk or cream for thinner glaze
💡 Pro Tips:
- Use real maple syrup—imitation syrups lack depth and won’t set properly.
- Don’t overbake—cookies firm up as they cool.
- Cool completely before icing—or glaze will melt.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Soft, Chewy, Foolproof)
