| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter (softened) | 1/2 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Brown sugar (packed) | 1/4 cup |
| Large egg | 1 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Pure maple syrup | 1/4 cup |
| All-purpose flour | 1 3/4 cups |
| Baking powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Baking soda | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Ground cinnamon (optional) | 1/2 teaspoon |
For the Maple Glaze:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Powdered sugar (sifted) | 1 cup |
| Pure maple syrup | 2 tablespoons |
| Milk or cream | 1-2 tablespoons |
| Vanilla extract | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt | Pinch |
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth and well combined.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Shape the cookies: Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 tablespoon of dough each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie. Gently press down on each cookie ball to flatten them slightly.
- Bake the cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft. Do not overbake as they will continue to firm up as they cool. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the maple glaze: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Add 1 tablespoon of milk or cream at a time until the glaze reaches your desired consistency. It should be thick but pourable.
- Glaze the cookies: Once the cookies are fully cooled, drizzle or spread the maple glaze over the tops of the cookies. Let the glaze set for about 10-15 minutes before serving
