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Brown Sugar Cookies with Maple Glaze

Warm, inviting, and comforting, these Brown Sugar Cookies with Maple Glaze are perfect for any occasion and sure to bring joy to your home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Brings that creamy goodness
  • 1/4 cup real maple syrup The star of the glaze!
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda For that perfect rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt To balance the sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Because it’s just divine
For the Maple Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk To achieve that silky smooth texture
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup For glazing on top

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the brown sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the maple syrup and egg until well blended.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers feel soft.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Glazing
  1. For the glaze, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and maple syrup together until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds to restore softness. Consider crumbling over ice cream or using as a sandwich with peanut butter.