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Chewy Maple Brown Sugar Cookies

Chewy Maple Brown Sugar Cookies
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Chewy Maple Brown Sugar Cookies combine the rich caramel notes of brown sugar with the warm sweetness of pure maple syrup, creating a soft-centered, gently crisp cookie perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and customizable with nuts, spices, or chocolate chips, these cookies offer a comforting, delicious treat that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cream Butter and Sugars: Start by softening the butter and combining it with the brown sugar and maple syrup, beating them together until the mixture is smooth and slightly fluffy—this forms the base for the rich flavor and chewy texture.
  2. Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the butter mixture one at a time, ensuring they are fully blended for a consistent dough.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the rising agent and seasoning.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain softness.
  5. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes; chilling firms the dough, making it easier to shape and enhances flavor development.
  6. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but the centers remain soft.

Notes

  • Use real pure maple syrup, not imitation, for the best flavor.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies as soon as edges turn golden to keep them moist and chewy.
  • Chill dough before baking to improve texture and flavor, and to make dough easier to handle.
  • Measure flour correctly using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dry cookies.
  • Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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Keywords: maple, brown sugar, cookies, chewy cookies, homemade, easy cookies, dessert, gluten free option

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