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Glazed Maple Shortbread Cookies

These soft and buttery shortbread cookies drizzled with a maple glaze are perfect for creating warm, memorable moments with family and friends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Nothing beats the richness of fresh butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Sweetness that adds to the melt-in-your-mouth experience
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup For that unmistakable flavor of fall
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of our cookie
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt A pinch that elevates the sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract A little extra vanilla for a cozy aroma

Glaze Ingredients

  • 1 cup powdered sugar For glaze, bringing a delightful sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup For glaze, enhancing that maple goodness

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in the maple syrup and vanilla extract, stirring until fully incorporated.
  • Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  • Roll the dough into logs and slice into rounds or roll out and cut into shapes.

Baking

  • Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.

Glazing

  • For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth.
  • Drizzle or dip the cooled cookies in the glaze before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container. For enhanced flavor, consider warming the cookies slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgSugar: 7g
Keyword Baking, Glazed Maple Shortbread Cookies, Holiday Treats, Maple Cookies, Shortbread Cookies
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