Description
These Brown Sugar Amish Cookies are the ultimate comfort treat, with a soft and buttery texture infused with cinnamon and brown sugar sweetness. Topped with a drizzle of maple glaze, each bite offers a blend of warm, cozy flavors that pair perfectly with a hot cup of tea or coffee. The glaze adds just the right touch of sweetness, making these cookies irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cookies
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at 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 Maple Glaze (Optional)
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2–1 tablespoon milk (optional, to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream together butter, brown sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully incorporated. (Optional: Chill the dough for 30-40 minutes for easier handling).
- Portion and Bake: Using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, portion the dough into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-11 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned while centers remain soft.
- Prepare the Glaze (if using): In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth. If needed, add milk to achieve desired consistency.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and let it set before serving.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure the butter and egg are at room temperature. This helps them mix more smoothly and creates a better texture.
- Chilling the Dough: Chilling the dough is optional but recommended if your dough is sticky, as it makes shaping easier.
- Glaze Consistency: Adjust the thickness of the glaze by adding more or less milk to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Baking Time: 10 - 11 Minutes