Maple Cookies with Maple Icing
Maple cookies with a Maple Icing are one of the most nostalgic treats you can make. These cookies are soft and fluffy and are perfect for the Holidays or anytime of the year. There was a time when these delicious Maple Cookies were a tradition at the Holidays.
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup Butter, softened
- 2 cups Sugar, granulated
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 tsp Maple Extract
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 4 ½ cups All Purpose Flour
Icing:
- ½ cup Butter, unsalted
- ¼ cup Milk
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
- 1 pinch Salt
- 2 cups Confectioners Sugar
Instructions
FIRST STEP:
Preheat the oven to 350*
Line a baking tray with parchment paper
Cream the butter and sugar together in a large bowl until it is light and fluffy
Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well between eggs
Switching to a low speed on the mixer, slowly add the Buttermilk
Combine the Maple Extract, Vanilla Extract, salt, baking soda and baking powder and mix well into the batter, be sure to incorporate well
SECOND STEP:
Slowly add in half of the flour, mixing well, then add the remaining flour gradually until a consistent dough is formed
Drop a cookie scoop of dough on the tray, leaving about 2 inches between scoops
Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 6 to 8 minutes, just until slightly golden on edges, DO NOT OVERBAKE
Remove the tray from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before taking off the tray. Place the cookies on a wire rack to cool completely
THIRD STEP:
To make the icing, melt the butter and brown sugar in a pan over medium high heat, stirring constantly
Add in the milk, syrup and salt and blend well
Remove from the heat and let cool for 10 to 15 minutes
Gradually add in the Confectioners Sugar, beating well. If icing is too thick, add a drop of milk at a time until you reach the desired consistency
FOURTH STEP:
Spread the icing over the cookies quickly, as the icing will thicken rapidly
Place the cookies into an airtight container for storage until serving
Enjoy!
