Description
Soft and chewy Maple Cinnamon Sugar Cookies combining natural maple syrup sweetness and warm cinnamon sugar spice. These plant-based cookies offer a comforting texture with a gentle crisp edge, perfect for snacks or festive gatherings. Quick to prepare and adaptable with various creative options, they bring cozy and sophisticated flavors everyone can enjoy.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cinnamon sugar topping)
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup plant-based butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup natural maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Cream together the plant-based butter and granulated sugar until fluffy and light. Add the natural maple syrup and vanilla extract (natural) and mix well. In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon (natural). Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring just until a soft dough forms.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap or place in a covered bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This helps control spreading during baking and enhances chewiness.
- Shape the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon (natural) for coating. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions, roll into balls, then gently toss in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Arrange evenly on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Avoid overbaking to maintain ideal chewy texture as cookies continue to set while cooling.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. This prevents breakage and keeps the texture soft and chewy.
Notes
- Measure flour using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense cookies from packed flour.
- Do not skip chilling the dough to control spreading and improve flavor depth.
- Use 100% pure natural maple syrup for authentic flavor and sweetness.
- Mix ingredients just until combined to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Remove cookies when edges begin to color for chewy perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: maple cinnamon cookies, plant-based cookies, soft chewy cookies, gluten-free dessert, maple syrup dessert