Imagine a cookie so irresistible that it captures the essence of cozy autumn mornings and sweet maple-filled dreams. These Maple Cookies with Maple Pecan Frosting are not just a dessert; they're a culinary experience that transforms an ordinary moment into a decadent celebration of flavor. With a perfect balance of rich maple syrup, buttery texture, and crunchy pecans, these cookies are about to become your new obsession that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Set this mixture aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add 1/2 cup of maple syrup, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Using a spatula, fold in 1/2 cup of chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the maple pecan frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and 2 cups of powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add 1/4 cup of maple syrup to the frosting mixture and continue to beat until well combined and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, you can add a teaspoon of milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of the maple pecan frosting on top of each cookie. You can also sprinkle additional chopped pecans on top of the frosting for added texture and flavor.
- Allow the frosting to set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious maple cookies with maple pecan frosting!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, even mixing and optimal cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough, dense cookies instead of soft, tender ones.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to measure out equal-sized dough balls.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper.
- For extra flavor, toast the pecans lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty profile.
- If the frosting is too thick, add milk one teaspoon at a time; if too thin, gradually mix in more powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
