Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Maple Oatmeal Cookies, a treat that perfectly balances soft chewiness with rich maple flavor. These cookies are ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet night at home. Enhanced by a drizzle of brown butter icing, each bite promises a sweet adventure that will leave your friends and family asking for more. With easy-to-follow steps and common ingredients, this recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced bakers alike.
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 but cool)
- ⅔ cup light brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon maple extract
- ¼ cup finely chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter with sugars until fluffy.
- Add egg, maple syrup, and maple extract into the butter mixture; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just mixed. If desired, fold in pecans.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
- For optional icing, melt butter in a saucepan and whisk in powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk or cream, and maple extract until smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 138
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 63mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg