Description
Maple Snickerdoodles are a delightful twist on the classic cookie, featuring the rich flavor of maple syrup that perfectly balances sweetness and spice. These cookies are soft, chewy, and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for rolling.
- Scoop out tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls.
- Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Place the coated dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chill the dough for at least an hour to help the cookies retain their shape during baking.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 15
Keywords: cookies, snickerdoodles, maple, dessert, baking