Maple Pecan Oatmeal Drops with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Elevate your cookie game with these irresistibly soft Maple Pecan Oatmeal Drops topped with luscious Maple Cream Cheese Frosting. Packed with hearty old-fashioned oats, toasted pecans, and a touch of warm cinnamon, these cookies are sweetened with rich maple syrup for a cozy, autumn-inspired flavor. Each bite melts in your mouth, perfectly balanced by the creamy, tangy frosting infused with maple goodness. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these easy-to-make treats are perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy afternoons, or anytime you crave a decadent dessert with seasonal flair. Indulge in the ultimate combination of textures and flavors, and watch these frosted oatmeal cookies disappear at any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1.5 cups Old-fashioned oats
- 0.75 cup Pecans, chopped and toasted
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup (for frosting)
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
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 butter and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl, and beat until fully combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Stir in the oats and toasted pecans with a wooden spoon or spatula.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will still be slightly soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the frosting is smooth and slightly thickened.
Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous layer of frosting on each cookie.
Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature before serving if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.3 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.4 g | 457% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 598 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 1764 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 550.5 g | 200% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 360.1 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 426 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1399 mg | 30% | |
*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.
