Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking Maple Oatmeal Cookies, a treat that brings together the comforting flavors of maple syrup and brown sugar for a soft, chewy delight. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies feature a luscious brown butter maple icing that enhances their rich taste. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or shared at a gathering, they’re sure to impress friends and family alike. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, these cookies are not just a sweet indulgence but also a fun baking project that anyone can tackle. Customize them with your favorite nuts or chocolate chips for an extra touch!
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 finely chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine quick oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until blended.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, maple syrup, and maple extract until well incorporated.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in optional pecans if using.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the sheet before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg