Spiced Maple Butter Cookies are warm, delightful treats that combine the rich flavors of maple and spices. These cookies are soft and chewy, making them a perfect pairing with a cup of tea or coffee. Their cozy aroma will fill your kitchen and bring a smile to everyone who tries them.
Why Make This Recipe
Making Spiced Maple Butter Cookies is a great idea for many reasons. First, they are easy to prepare with simple ingredients that you might already have at home. Second, the combination of spices with maple syrup creates a unique flavor that sets them apart from regular cookies. Finally, these cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family during gatherings or holidays.
How to Make Spiced Maple Butter Cookies
Creating these delicious cookies is a straightforward process. Just follow the steps below, and you will have a batch of Spiced Maple Butter Cookies ready in no time!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (220g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup (205g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (55g) pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups (330g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for rolling)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for icing)
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup (for icing)
- 3/4 cup (75g) powdered sugar (for icing)
Directions:
- In a bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the pure maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
- Refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for rolling.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Place them on the baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- While the cookies cool, prepare the icing by whisking together the unsalted butter, pure maple syrup, and powdered sugar in a bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle the icing over the cooled cookies.
How to Serve Spiced Maple Butter Cookies
Serve these cookies warm or at room temperature. They are delightful on their own, but you can also pair them with a glass of milk or a steaming cup of tea or coffee for a cozy snack.
How to Store Spiced Maple Butter Cookies
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them. Just place the cookies in a freezer-safe bag, and they will stay good for up to three months. Thaw them before enjoying!
Tips to Make Spiced Maple Butter Cookies
- Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Chill the dough before baking to help the cookies hold their shape.
- You can adjust the spices to your taste. For example, add more cinnamon for an extra kick!
Variation
If you want to mix things up, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the cookie dough. Dried fruits like cranberries or raisins can also add a sweet, chewy texture.
FAQs
1. Can I use a different type of sugar?
Yes, you can use brown sugar, but that may slightly change the texture and flavor of the cookies.
2. Can I make these cookies gluten-free?
Yes! Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend, and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free.
3. How can I make the cookies thicker?
Chilling the dough longer or adding a little more flour can help your cookies rise thicker in the oven.
Enjoy your delicious Spiced Maple Butter Cookies!
Spiced Maple Butter Cookies
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free cookies.
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon Can add more for an extra kick.
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for rolling)
Icing Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter For icing.
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup For icing.
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar For icing.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the pure maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
- Refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for rolling.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Place them on the baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
Icing
- While the cookies cool, prepare the icing by whisking together the unsalted butter, pure maple syrup, and powdered sugar in a bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle the icing over the cooled cookies.
