Maple Glazed Shortbread Cookies
Maple Glazed Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly combines buttery shortbread with a sweet, sticky maple glaze. These cookies are easy to make and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistible flavor, they are ideal for any occasion—whether enjoyed alone or shared with friends over a warm cup of coffee or tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Gradually mix in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.
- While cookies cool, whisk together maple syrup and powdered sugar to create the glaze. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg