Maple Crispy Treats
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
My go to recipe for when I need something sweet and satisfying fast is these maple crispy treats. They come together in just 45 minutes total, making them perfect for a quick weeknight dessert or weekend baking project. What I love most is how simple they are to make with just basic pantry staples, and the maple syrup brings such wonderful natural flavor without needing anything fancy. Plus, the eggs provide protein to help keep you satisfied, so these treats actually feel a bit more nourishing than your average cookie. Trust me, once you try these, you'll be making them again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 1baking soda
- 1 gsalt
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 50 mlmaple syrup
- 2 egglarge eggs
- 1 gbutter flavoring
- 1 gvanilla extract
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Make sure to beat well to incorporate air.
- 3
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to avoid lumps.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 6
Add the maple syrup, butter flavoring, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 7
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to knead well to develop the gluten.
- 8
Roll out the dough to about 1/2 cm thickness and cut into desired shapes.
Tip: Make sure to cut out shapes before baking.
- 9
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Tip: Keep an eye on the treats to avoid burning.
- 10
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes.
Tip: Make sure to let cool completely before serving.
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