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Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing

Sweet, chewy, and oh-so-flavorful, these Soft Maple Cookies with Brown Butter Icing are the perfect afternoon treat, featuring rich maple syrup and nutty brown butter icing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour You can substitute with a gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Helps the cookies rise and remain soft.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances all the flavors and balances the sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Used for both the cookies and the icing.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Adds moisture and a lovely caramel note.
  • 1/2 cup Maple syrup Make sure to use pure maple syrup for best taste!
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor profile.
Icing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Powdered sugar Ensures a smooth, sweet topping.
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup For flavoring the icing.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Milk To adjust icing consistency if needed.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  3. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, mix the brown sugar and slightly cooled brown butter until well combined. Then, mix in the maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop generous portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for spreading.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Icing
  1. In a bowl, mix melted butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of maple syrup until smooth. Adjust the consistency with a bit of milk if needed.
  2. Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the brown butter icing over them. Let it set before serving.

Notes

Keep an eye on the butter while browning; it can burn quickly! For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the fridge for about 30 minutes before baking. These cookies freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.