Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate
These chewy maple cinnamon cookies are packed with cozy maple and cinnamon flavor, half-dipped in creamy white chocolate, and finished with festive sprinkles. A simple, no-mixer recipe that delivers bakery-quality cookies perfect for the holidays or any cozy winter day.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- whisk and spatula
- Cookie scoop (3 tbsp size)
- Baking Sheets
- parchment paper or silicone mats
- Wire Cooling Rack
- Microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- Cookie Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp maple extract
- 1 large egg
- White Chocolate Decoration
- 2 cups white chocolate melting wafers or white chocolate chips
- Holly berry sprinkles or festive sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix softened butter and brown sugar with a spoon or spatula until well combined and slightly lightened in color, about 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in maple syrup, vanilla extract, maple extract, and egg until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix just until no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix; dough should be thick and slightly sticky.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight) to firm up the dough and prevent spreading.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop 1.5 oz portions (about 3 tbsp) and roll into balls. Place 2–3 inches apart. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers still look soft. Cool 5 minutes on the pan, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
- Microwave melting wafers at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring each time until smooth. If using chips, add 1 tsp coconut oil for easier dipping.
- Dip half of each cooled cookie into melted white chocolate and place on parchment to set. Drizzle remaining chocolate over the dipped side and add holly berry or festive sprinkles. Let set 20 minutes at room temperature or 5 minutes in the fridge.
Notes
Use both pure maple syrup and maple extract for the most authentic maple flavor. Chill the dough to prevent excessive spreading and ensure thick, chewy cookies. White chocolate melting wafers create a smooth, glossy coating that sets beautifully.