Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Maple Icing:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1–2 tbsp milk or cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the icing, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and enough milk to reach a smooth, drizzleable consistency.
- Spread or drizzle the icing over the cooled cookies.
- Allow the icing to set before serving.
PREP TIME & NUTRITION:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 140
- Net Carbs: 20g
- Fats: 5g
- Protein: 2g