Delicious Maple Cookies with Maple Icing – A Sweet Homemade Treat

There’s something irresistibly cozy about maple cookies with maple icing—sweet, golden, and bursting with rich autumn flavor in every bite. Whether you’re craving a nostalgic treat or looking to impress at your next gathering, these cookies deliver pure comfort with a hint of indulgence. Ready to discover the secret behind their melt-in-your-mouth magic? Keep reading.

Description

There is something unmistakably cozy about the sweet, woodsy aroma of maple syrup wafting through your kitchen. These maple cookies with maple icing are like autumn baked into a soft, chewy bite. Each cookie is tender around the edges and rich with the unique golden essence of pure maple syrup. The icing on top melts slightly into the warm cookies, glazing them with a glossy, creamy finish that adds just the right amount of sweetness.

Think of them as the cookie version of your favorite stack of pancakes, transformed into a hand-held delight perfect for holiday gifting or sharing by the fire with a cup of hot cider. These cookies have an old-fashioned charm that reminds you of small-town bakeries and crisp fall mornings, yet they are simple enough to make in your modern home kitchen. Whether you bake them in September or the middle of December, they promise comfort in every bite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These maple cookies strike the perfect balance between soft and chewy, with a flavor profile that is both unique and familiar. Using real maple syrup in both the cookie dough and the icing gives them a deep, natural sweetness that is far superior to anything made with artificial flavors.

What makes this recipe truly special is its flexibility and ease. You do not need any fancy equipment or hard-to-find ingredients. They are perfect for make-ahead holiday baking, lunchbox treats, or a weekend family baking project. Plus, they come together quickly and look beautiful with their glossy maple icing.

Serving and Storage Tips

These cookies are best served fresh but store wonderfully for up to five days in an airtight container at room temperature. To store longer, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week. Be sure to let refrigerated cookies come to room temperature before serving for the best texture and flavor.

If you want to freeze them, do so without the icing. Freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag and store for up to three months. Once thawed, you can add the icing fresh for the best appearance and taste. You can also prep the dough ahead and refrigerate it for up to 48 hours before baking.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup pure maple syrup
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt

For the maple icing:

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Hand mixer or stand mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
• Cooling rack
• Small whisk or spoon for icing

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven: Set it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line your baking sheets with parchment or silicone baking mats so the cookies release easily.
2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This should take about 3 minutes and helps create that soft texture we love in cookies.
3. Add wet ingredients: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined. Then slowly mix in the maple syrup. The batter may look slightly looser than traditional cookie dough. That is normal.
4. Mix dry ingredients separately: Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
5. Combine dough: Slowly stir the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using your mixer on low speed or a spatula. Mix just until the flour disappears for a tender crumb. Overmixing can lead to tougher cookies.
6. Portion the dough: Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto your prepared baking sheets. Leave about two inches between each cookie as they will spread slightly.
7. Bake: Bake in your preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. The cookie edges should turn golden while the centers remain soft. They will set as they cool.
8. Cool: Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer to a cooling rack before icing.
9. Make the icing: In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth. Add milk one tablespoon at a time until the icing is thick but drizzleable.
10. Ice the cookies: Once cookies have fully cooled, drizzle or spread icing on top. Let them sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes to set the icing before stacking or serving.

Nutrition per Serving

For an extra kick of fall flavor, you can add a pinch of ground nutmeg or swap in a maple sugar glaze for a variation. Add chopped toasted pecans on top of the icing for crunch and toasty depth.

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Maple Cookies with Maple Icing

These cozy maple cookies bring the comforting essence of autumn into a soft, chewy form, finished with a glossy maple icing. Perfect for holiday baking or a fireside treat, they feature the deep, natural sweetness of real maple syrup in both the dough and the glaze. Old-fashioned, easy, and ideal for sharing or gifting.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 24 cookies

Calories 190 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup pure maple syrup
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups powdered sugar for icing
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup for icing
• 1 to 2 tablespoons milk for icing

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats and set aside.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
• Add the egg and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined. Then pour in the maple syrup and mix until smooth.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
• Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about two inches apart.
• Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but will continue to cook on the sheet.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
• To make the icing, whisk together powdered sugar and maple syrup in a small bowl. Add milk one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
• Once the cookies are fully cooled, drizzle or spread the icing over each cookie. Let the icing set for about 20 minutes before serving or storing.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSodium: 130mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 17g

Keyword maple cookies, fall desserts, holiday baking, maple icing, iced cookies, American desserts

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