Description
Buttery, soft, and lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup, these Maple Butter Cookies are a perfect treat for cozy afternoons or holiday baking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, maple syrup, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten slightly with the back of a fork.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg on top before baking. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: maple cookies, butter cookies, soft cookies, homemade treats