Easy Maple Cookies Recipe

These easy maple cookies are crisp on the edges, soft inside, and filled with cozy fall flavor. Made with pure maple syrup and warm spices, they’re a perfect bake for cozy weekends, cookie swaps, or gifting. Tested twice — best chewy texture at 10 minutes bake.

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar
• ⅓ cup (80 ml) pure maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

Swaps & Notes

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light. Add maple syrup, egg, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
2. Add Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until combined.
3. Bake: Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool before serving.

Pro Tips & Variations

• Chill dough for 20 minutes for thicker cookies.
• Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
• Drizzle with maple glaze (powdered sugar + maple syrup).
• Swap half the butter for pumpkin puree for a fall twist.
• Store dough balls in freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with warm apple cider or chai tea.
• Pack in tins for holiday gifting.
• Sandwich two cookies with maple buttercream.

Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerate: Up to 5 days in an airtight container.
• Freeze: Up to 3 months; thaw at room temp.
• Reheat: 300°F (150°C) for 3–4 minutes for fresh-baked texture.
• Food safety: Do not refrigerate baked cookies with glaze for more than 5 days.

FAQs

Q1: Can I make the dough ahead?
Yes, refrigerate up to 48 hours. Let soften slightly before baking.

Q2: Can I use maple-flavored syrup instead of pure maple syrup?
You can, but the flavor will be less rich and natural.

Q3: How do I keep them chewy?
Do not overbake. Remove when the edges are just golden and centers look soft.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 130; Protein: 2g; Carbs: 19g; Fat: 5g

Easy Maple Cookies Recipe

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• Author: ARTICLE PINTEREST
• Total Time: 22 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Soft, chewy maple cookies made with real maple syrup and warm vanilla — perfect for fall holidays, lunchboxes, and cookie swaps. Ready in about 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

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• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) pure maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and creamy. Add maple syrup, egg, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Add dry ingredients to wet and mix just until combined.
4. Scoop dough (about 1 1/2 tablespoons) onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
5. Bake 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers look set. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

Notes

Swaps: – Dairy-free: use vegan butter. – Gluten-free: use 1:1 gluten-free baking flour. – Add-ins: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts. Storage: airtight at room temp 5 days; freeze up to 3 months. Tested twice — best chewy texture at 10 minutes bake.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baked
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 130
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 90 mg
• Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Carbohydrates: 19 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Protein: 2 g
• Cholesterol: 25 mg

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