White Chocolate Dipped Chewy Maple Cookies for Christmas Recipe

Introduction

These White Chocolate Dipped Chewy Maple Cookies are a festive treat perfect for Christmas. Soft, chewy, and infused with rich maple flavor, they’re beautifully complemented by a smooth white chocolate coating. A delightful holiday cookie that’s sure to impress family and friends.

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup softened butter
• ½ cup pure maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
• White chocolate chips (for dipping)
• Shortening (optional, for melting chocolate)
• Chopped pecans or festive sprinkles (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon if using. Set aside.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Step 4: Beat in the egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
6. Step 6: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help the cookies keep their shape.
7. Step 7: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
8. Step 8: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers appear slightly underbaked. They will firm as they cool.
9. Step 9: Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Step 10: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips and shortening (if using) in 30-second intervals, stirring between until smooth.
11. Step 11: Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place on parchment-lined sheet.
12. Step 12: Sprinkle chopped pecans or sprinkles over the chocolate before it sets, if desired.
13. Step 13: Allow the white chocolate to set completely before serving or storing.

Tips & Variations

• Use pure maple syrup for the best authentic maple flavor.
• Chilling the dough longer enhances the texture and flavor.
• Swap pecans for walnuts or sprinkle with crushed peppermint for a holiday twist.
• For a dairy-free option, use vegan butter and dairy-free white chocolate chips.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you want to keep them longer, freeze the uncoated cookies for up to 3 months and dip in white chocolate after thawing. To reheat, allow to come to room temperature to maintain their chewy texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular syrup instead of maple syrup?

Using pure maple syrup is recommended because it gives the cookies their unique flavor. Regular syrup will change the taste and sweetness but can be used in a pinch.

Why do the cookies look underbaked in the center?

These cookies are meant to be slightly underbaked in the center to keep them chewy once cooled. They will firm up as they rest off the heat.

White Chocolate Dipped Chewy Maple Cookies for Christmas Recipe

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These White Chocolate Dipped Chewy Maple Cookies are a festive treat perfect for Christmas. Soft and chewy with rich maple flavor, they’re coated halfway in luscious melted white chocolate and optionally topped with chopped pecans or sprinkles for added crunch and holiday flair. A deliciously sweet and cozy cookie that’s sure to delight your family and friends during the holidays.

• Author: Nethan
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 2 minutes
• Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup pure maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

For the White Chocolate Coating:

• White chocolate chips (about 1 cup)
• Shortening (optional, about 1 tbsp)
• Chopped pecans or festive sprinkles (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and optional ground cinnamon until evenly combined. Set aside.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, packed brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes, which helps create a tender texture.
4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture until fully incorporated, ensuring the dough is smooth.
5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
6. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cookies hold their shape during baking and enhances flavor.
7. Shape the Cookies: After chilling, scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the lined baking sheets to allow room for spreading.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden while centers remain slightly underbaked. They will firm up as they cool for a chewy texture.
9. Cool the Cookies: Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Prepare the White Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and shortening if using. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each until melted smooth and creamy to ensure easy dipping.
11. Dip the Cookies: Once cookies are fully cooled, dip half of each cookie into the melted white chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place dipped cookies onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to set.
12. Decorate: While the chocolate is still melted, sprinkle chopped pecans or festive sprinkles over the dipped side for added texture and holiday decoration.
13. Let Set: Allow the dipped white chocolate to harden completely at room temperature before serving or storing to maintain the beautiful coating.

Notes

• For best results, use pure maple syrup instead of imitation for authentic flavor.
• Refrigerating the dough helps prevent excessive spreading and enhances the cookie’s chewiness.
• Shortening in the white chocolate helps soften it and create a smoother coating but is optional.
• Decorate with nuts or sprinkles to customize the look for your holiday theme.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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