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Spiced Maple Leaf Cookies

Spiced Maple Leaf Cookies

Alexandra | September 23, 2025

These maple leaf cookies are a beautiful ode to autumn, with their delicate shape and warm, spiced flavour. The dough is enriched with maple syrup and ground cinnamon, giving each bite a subtle sweetness and a cozy depth. Soft yet crisp, these cookies are perfect for dipping into a mug of hot cider or enjoying with a blanket by the fire. Their lovely maple shape and earthy brown hue make them an eye-catching addition to any cookie platter, bringing the essence of fall to your table.

Ingredients:

  • 250g plain flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 125g unsalted butter, softened
  • 100g soft brown sugar
  • 60ml pure maple syrup
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan) / 350°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a separate bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add maple syrup, egg yolk, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
  4. Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  5. Shape: Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 5mm thickness. Cut out leaf shapes using cookie cutters.
  6. Bake: Place cookies on the tray and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
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