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Maple Brown Sugar Cookies – Easy Cinnamon Streusel Topped Treats

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Soft, chewy maple brown sugar cookies topped with a crisp cinnamon streusel. These cozy cookies are quick to make, perfect for gifting, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free blend)
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1.5g) ground cinnamon
  • For the Cinnamon Streusel Topping:
  • 1/3 cup (40g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (3g) ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. Make the streusel: In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup flour, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Stir with a fork until crumbly. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup softened butter, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Scrape the bowl as needed.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing just until no streaks remain.
  7. Scoop dough into 1.5-tablespoon mounds and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  8. Top each cookie with a generous tablespoon of cinnamon streusel, pressing lightly into the dough.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers look slightly underbaked. Rotate pans halfway through if needed.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For gluten-free cookies, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based butter. Chill dough for 15 minutes if baking in a warm kitchen to prevent spreading. Add chopped pecans or walnuts for a nutty twist. Cookies freeze well for up to 2 months.

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