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Chewy Maple Pecan Cookies

A plate of chewy maple cookies drizzled with maple glaze and topped with chopped pecans.
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Enjoy these soft, chewy maple cookies with pecans, perfect for fall gatherings and holiday cookie boxes. They feature a warm, maple-forward flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, browned
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup, for glaze
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for glaze

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until the butter solids turn golden brown and it smells nutty. Pour into a heatproof bowl and let cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the maple syrup and eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  7. Cover the dough and chill for at least 1 hour.
  8. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between cookies.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Make the glaze: Whisk together the 1/2 cup maple syrup and powdered sugar until smooth.
  13. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies.

Notes

  • For extra maple flavor, you can add a teaspoon of maple extract to the dough.
  • Ensure your butter is properly browned for the best nutty flavor.
  • Chilling the dough is crucial for preventing the cookies from spreading too much.
  • These cookies are best enjoyed within 3-4 days when stored in an airtight container.

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Find it online: https://www.purecookingjoy.com/maple-cookies/

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