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Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies

Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies That Warm Your Holidays

Enjoy these Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies infused with rich maple and warming cinnamon flavors, perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Maple Syrup For a different sweetness profile, try using agave syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon Maple Extract Can be omitted for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Substitute with light brown sugar for a lighter flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted Use coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 large Egg Consider a flax egg for a vegan alternative.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free flour blend works well for gluten-free cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds the warm spice flavor characteristic of holiday treats.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the cookies rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For the White Chocolate Drizzle
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Melting Wafers Dark chocolate can be used for a bolder taste.
  • Holly Berry Sprinkles Optional for decoration.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and maple extract until smooth.
  2. Stir in one beaten egg until fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  5. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop 1.5-ounce balls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set and centers are puffy.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
  10. Melt white chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl.
  11. Dip half of each cookie in melted white chocolate and place on parchment paper.
  12. Optionally drizzle more melted chocolate and add sprinkles before hardening.
  13. Let the white chocolate harden before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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