Description
Brown Sugar Amish Cookies are soft, chewy treats with a warm cinnamon flavor, topped with a sweet maple glaze. These cookies are simple to make, perfect for any occasion, and a nostalgic treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the Glaze (optional):
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2–1 tablespoon milk (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). - Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. - Cream the Butter and Sugars:
In a large bowl or mixer, cream together butter, brown sugar, and powdered sugar until fluffy and lightened in color. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract. - Combine with Dry Ingredients:
Slowly mix in the dry ingredients until fully incorporated. Chill the dough for 30–40 minutes if desired. - Shape the Cookies:
Using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. - Bake the Cookies:
Bake for 10–11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. - Prepare the Glaze (optional):
In a large bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Add maple syrup and whisk until smooth. If needed, add milk to reach the desired consistency. - Glaze the Cookies:
Pour the glaze over cooled cookies and let it set.
Notes
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, use less milk or omit it altogether.
- The glaze is optional, but it adds a sweet maple flavor that perfectly complements the cinnamon cookies.
- Chilling the dough before baking helps the cookies hold their shape and enhances the texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg