Description

These Maple Cookies with Maple Icing are the ultimate fall indulgence—soft, chewy, and infused with warm maple and cinnamon flavors. A silky maple glaze adds just the right amount of sweetness, creating a perfectly balanced bite. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee, hot apple cider, or as part of a holiday cookie tray, these cookies bring the cozy flavors of autumn to life. For a fun twist, sprinkle on roasted pecans or crispy bacon for extra texture and flavor!

Ingredients

• For the Cookies:
• ½ cup butter, softened (1 stick)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• For the Maple Glaze:
• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
• Optional Garnishes:
• Roasted chopped pecans
• Crumbled cooked bacon

Preparation Method

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Mix in maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and cinnamon.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
6. Use a cookie scoop to portion 1 ½ to 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie, roll into balls, and place on baking sheets 2 inches apart.
7. Flatten each dough ball to about ½ inch thick.
8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until set but soft. Let cool on baking sheets.
9. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth, adjusting milk for consistency.
10. Dip cookie tops in glaze or spoon glaze over cookies.
11. Sprinkle with chopped pecans or crumbled bacon while glaze is wet.

Tips and Conclusion

Enjoy with a warm cup of coffee, tea, or hot apple cider.

Add to a holiday cookie tray alongside pumpkin bread and apple pie.

Serve on a platter with extra glaze and toppings for a DIY garnish bar.

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For best results, keep the cookies and glaze separate and glaze before serving.

Freezing: Freeze unbaked dough balls on a baking sheet until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Bake straight from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes to the baking time. Baked cookies can also be frozen without glaze and glazed after thawing.

Make-Ahead Glaze: Prepare the glaze a day in advance and store it in the fridge. Bring to room temperature and stir before using.

Maple Pecan Cookies: Mix chopped pecans directly into the dough for a nutty crunch.

Spiced Maple Cookies: Add ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg or allspice for a cozy fall twist.

Gluten-Free Maple Cookies: Use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend to keep the texture just right.

Bourbon Maple Glaze: Add a splash (about 1 teaspoon) of bourbon to the glaze for a more complex, rich flavor—great for holiday gatherings!

Coconut Maple Cookies: Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with coconut flour and add shredded coconut to the dough for a tropical spin.

Soft, chewy, and packed with warm maple goodness, these Maple Cookies with Maple Icing are a must-try for fall. The combination of cinnamon-spiced dough and sweet maple glaze makes them an irresistible treat. Whether you're a maple lover or simply searching for a new go-to cookie recipe, these are sure to bring warmth and comfort to every bite.

Looking for more cozy baking inspiration? Try out our other seasonal desserts and bring the flavors of fall to your kitchen!