Maple Nut Cookies with Maple Icing
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of autumn with these Maple Nut Cookies with Maple Icing—a decadent treat bursting with the warmth of pure maple syrup and the satisfying crunch of pecans or walnuts. These buttery cookies are perfectly soft with golden edges, while the luscious maple glaze adds a sweet and silky finish. Easy to prepare with simple pantry staples, this recipe comes together in just over 30 minutes, making it a perfect choice for holiday gatherings, bake sales, or cozy afternoons with a cup of coffee. Elevate your dessert game with these irresistible cookies that showcase the deep, caramel-like notes of maple syrup in both the cookie dough and the glaze. Whether you drizzle or generously spread the icing, these cookies are sure to impress! Keywords: Maple Nut Cookies, Maple Icing, fall desserts, easy cookie recipe, holiday baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (for icing)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
Fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies cool, prepare the icing by whisking together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, heavy cream (or milk), and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar to thicken or a splash of cream to thin the icing.
Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the maple icing over the tops of the cookies.
Let the icing set for about 15-20 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 293.5 g | 376% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.0 g | 690% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 770 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 2099 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 812.5 g | 295% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 544.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.4 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 1784 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
