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Maple Pecan Cookies

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Delight in these buttery cookies infused with rich maple syrup and crunchy pecans for a perfect treat.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1.5 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 tablespoon cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together butter and brown sugar.
  • Add egg, maple syrup, cream cheese, and milk; mix well.
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
  • Stir in chopped pecans. Drop spoonfuls onto baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
  • Mix powdered sugar with a little milk to make glaze; drizzle over cooled cookies.

Notes

Chill dough for better handling if needed.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pecans