Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Maple Leaf Cream Cookies, a delightful treat that perfectly blends a rich maple flavor with a creamy filling. Ideal for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply as an afternoon snack, these cookies feature a buttery shortbread texture that melts in your mouth. Each bite is an exquisite combination of sweetness and softness, making them a must-try for cookie enthusiasts. With straightforward preparation steps and easily accessible ingredients, even beginner bakers can create these delightful cookies at home. Enjoy them fresh or store them for later—either way, they are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup maple sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon maple extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon maple extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixer, beat together room temperature butter and maple sugar until combined. Add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Stir in maple syrup and extract; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients until dough forms.
- Chill the dough wrapped in plastic for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thick; cut with a maple leaf cookie cutter.
- Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely on wire racks before filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg