Best 6 Soft Maple Cookies Recipes

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When it comes to delectable treats that evoke nostalgia and comfort, soft maple cookies stand tall. These cookies, characterized by their chewy texture and distinct maple flavor, have earned a special place in the hearts of cookie lovers everywhere. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on the journey of creating these delectable morsels can be both fulfilling and rewarding. In this comprehensive guide, we will unveil the secrets behind achieving the perfect soft maple cookies, ensuring that every bite transports you to a realm of pure bliss. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of proper mixing and baking, we'll guide you through each crucial step, empowering you to create these irresistible cookies that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SOFT MAPLE SUGAR COOKIES



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These sweet sugar cookies melt in your mouth, and have a hint of maple in them. Serve them up as a perfect fall treat.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

0.5 cup butter, softened
0.5 cup shortening
1.5 cup granulated sugar
0.25 cup packed brown sugar
0.25 cup pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
0.125 teaspoon salt
3 egg yolks
0.5 teaspoon vanilla
1.75 cup all-purpose flour
1 Maple Icing
0.25 cup whipping cream or milk
0.25 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoon pure maple syrup
3 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. In a large bowl combine butter and shortening. Beat with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, maple syrup, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Beat until combined, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla until combined. Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer. Using a wooden spoon, stir in any remaining flour.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on cookie sheets for 2 minutes. Transfer to wire racks; cool. Centers will dip as cookies cool. Drizzle with Maple Icing. Maple Icing
  • In a medium bowl stir together whipping cream, butter, and maple syrup. Whisk in powdered sugar to make an icing of drizzling consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 54 mg, Sugar 17 g, Fat 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g

CHEWY MAPLE COOKIES



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My husband, Bob, and I have a small sugaring operation with Bob's father. I love to put some of our syrup to use in these golden cookies. -Reba Legrand, Jericho, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or maple flavoring
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg, syrup and vanilla until well mixed. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture. Stir in coconut. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts :

MAPLE COOKIES



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Rich and golden with a rich maple flavor.

Provided by Craig Gund

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 cup real maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
4 cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup granulated sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar. Add the egg, syrup and vanilla. Mix until well blended. Sift together the flour, salt and baking soda. Stir into mixture until well blended. Shape into 1 inch balls and roll in sugar. Place on cookie sheets about 2 inches apart and flatten slightly.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Let cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 86 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

CHEWY MAPLE COOKIES



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This is a soft chewy cookie with a delicious maple flavor.

Provided by Debbie Rowe

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
½ cup real maple syrup
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg, syrup, and vanilla until well mixed.
  • Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add flour mixture to the creamed mixture. Stir in coconut. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2-inches apart onto greased baking sheets.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10-12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.9 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 138.8 mg, Sugar 18.6 g

SOFT MAPLE COOKIES



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Liquid sweeteners like maple syrup help create soft-baked cookies. Jazz up this simple, satisfying treat with a handful of dried fruit, chopped toasted pecans or bittersweet chocolate chips.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/4 cups (5 3/8 ounces) white whole wheat flour
1 1/4 cups (4 3/8 ounces) old-fashioned rolled oats
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup (9 ounces) pure maple syrup
6 tablespoons (3 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large egg
1/3 cup (2 ounces) chopped bittersweet chocolate (60- to 70-percent cacao), optional
1/3 cup (1 1/2 ounces) chopped toasted pecans, optional
1/3 cup (1 1/2 ounces) raisins, optional
Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of the flour, the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and baking soda.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup flour, the maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract and egg until smooth. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry and blend well. Stir in the chocolate, pecans and raisins if using. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator until very firm, 1 hour.
  • Position a rack in both the upper and lower thirds of the oven, and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Use a 1-tablespoon measuring spoon to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheets-15 cookies per sheet, evenly spaced. Sprinkle with turbinado sugar if using.
  • Bake until lightly golden on the outside but still slightly soft in the centers, about 12 minutes, being careful to not over-bake. Cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 25 milligrams, Sodium 128 milligrams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams

MAPLE OATMEAL COOKIES



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No other food product is more closely tied to Vermont than maple syrup. So when I want to give someone a taste of my home state, I bring out a warm batch of these chewy cookies.-Cecile Branon, Fairfield, VT

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 5-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, syrup and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans and raisins. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 53mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the baking process.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your cookies the best flavor. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't Overmix the Dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough before baking will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the Cookies at the Right Temperature: The baking temperature will vary depending on the recipe. Make sure you follow the recipe instructions carefully.
  • Don't Overcook the Cookies: Overcooked cookies will be dry and crumbly. Bake the cookies just until they are set around the edges but still slightly soft in the center.

Conclusion:

Soft maple cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of cookies that will be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give soft maple cookies a try. No matter what recipe you choose to follow, there are a few general tips that will help you make the best soft maple cookies possible. By following these tips, you can create a batch of cookies that are soft, chewy, and full of flavor. Happy baking!

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