Maple Pecan Bliss

Dive into the delightful symphony of rich maple flavors and crunchy pecans with these heavenly Maple Pecan Bliss cookies. Infused with pure maple syrup and sprinkled with maple sugar, these cookies are a perfect combination of sweet and nutty goodness. Indulge in the warmth of autumn with this irresistible treat that pairs perfectly with a cozy cup of coffee or tea.
ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup maple sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- Maple sugar, for sprinkling
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and maple sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3.
Add in the maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- 4.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- 5.
Gently fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- 6.
Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- 7.
Lightly press down on each cookie with a fork to create a crisscross pattern, and sprinkle a pinch of maple sugar on top.
- 8.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- 9.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.