Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Maple Oatmeal Cookies, where the rich flavors of maple syrup and brown sugar perfectly complement the hearty texture of oats. These soft and chewy cookies are not just a treat; they evoke warmth and nostalgia, making them an ideal choice for any occasion—from cozy gatherings to a simple sweet snack at home. Topped with a luscious brown butter icing, each bite is a delicious journey that will leave you craving more. Easy to make and fully customizable, these cookies are sure to become a cherished favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups quick oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ⅔ cup light brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon maple extract
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together quick oats, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream unsalted butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg, maple syrup, and maple extract to the butter mixture; beat until combined.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. If desired, fold in chopped nuts.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; let cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a cooling rack.
- For icing, melt unsalted butter in a pan until browned; whisk in powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and maple extract until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 209
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 62mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 29mg