Imagine biting into a cookie that captures the essence of autumn in every single crumb - soft, buttery, with chunks of sweet apples and a luxurious maple glaze that transports you straight to a cozy cabin in the woods. These Maple Glazed Apple Crisp Cookies are not just a dessert; they're an experience that combines the warmth of homemade comfort with the irresistible flavors of the season. Get ready to revolutionize your baking game and become the hero of every gathering with this incredibly simple yet mind-blowing recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup diced apples
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer. Mix for approximately 3-4 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and ground cinnamon to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the finely diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- While cookies are cooling, prepare the maple glaze by whisking maple syrup until smooth.
- Once cookies are completely cooled, drizzle maple syrup glaze over the top of each cookie.
- Allow glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Tips
- Use room temperature butter for the smoothest, most evenly mixed dough.
- Dice apples into small, uniform pieces to ensure even distribution and consistent baking.
- Don't overmix the dough - stop mixing as soon as ingredients are just combined to keep cookies tender.
- For extra flavor, consider using a mix of sweet and slightly tart apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before glazing to prevent the maple syrup from becoming too runny.
- Store cookies in a single layer to maintain their crisp texture and prevent sticking.
- For a gourmet touch, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the maple glaze for a flavor contrast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
