Maple Drop Cookies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
These maple drop cookies are one of my favorite quick treats to whip up when I'm craving something sweet but don't have much time. The whole process takes less than an hour from start to finish, making them perfect for busy weeknights or unexpected guests. What I love most is that they're incredibly simple to make, requiring just a few basic ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. The maple syrup gives them a wonderful depth of flavor while also providing natural antioxidants, and the walnuts add a satisfying crunch. These cookies practically bake themselves, dropping right onto the pan without any fussy shaping. Trust me, your kitchen will smell amazing within minutes.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gbrown sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 50 mlpure maple syrup(grade B for a stronger flavor)
- 2eggs
- 5 gbaking soda
- 5 gsalt
- 100 gchopped walnuts
- 20 gconfectioner's sugar
- 10 gwhite granulated sugar(for crunchy topping)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a baking mat for easy cleanup
- 2
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
Tip: Make sure to sift the flour for a lighter texture
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for a quicker result
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the maple syrup.
Tip: Don't overbeat, or the cookies will become tough
- 5
Gradually mix in the flour mixture, then stir in the chopped walnuts.
Tip: Don't overmix, or the cookies will become dense
- 6
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 5cm of space between each cookie.
Tip: Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies
- 7
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Don't overbake, or the cookies will become too hard
- 8
While the cookies are still warm, sprinkle with confectioner's sugar and white granulated sugar.
Tip: Use a small sifter or fine-mesh strainer for an even coating
- 9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Let the cookies cool completely before storing in an airtight container
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