Brown Sugar Cookies with Maple Glaze
150kcal
Ingredients
For the cookies
- 1 cup brown sugar Packed
- 1/2 cup butter, softened Use room-temperature butter for best results.
- 1/4 cup maple syrup Adds flavor.
- 1 egg Use room-temperature egg.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Spoon into the measuring cup and level off.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder For leavening.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda For leavening.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
For the glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar For sweetness.
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup For flavor.
- 1-2 tablespoons milk Adjust for consistency.
Method
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together brown sugar and butter until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and maple syrup until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a dough forms.
Baking
- Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Glazing
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and let set before serving.
Notes
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To keep glaze from sticking, put parchment paper between layers. For longer storage, freeze cookies for up to 2 months.