White Chocolate Dipped Chewy Maple Cookies for Christmas Recipe
Soft, buttery, and full of festive flavor, these White Chocolate Dipped Chewy Maple Cookies combine creamy peanut butter, pure maple syrup, and warm cinnamon in a chewy cookie base dipped in melted white chocolate for a perfect Christmas treat. They are simple to make, beautifully festive, and ideal for holiday cookie exchanges or cozy baking days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Christmas / Holiday Baking
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (113g)
- ½ cup natural creamy peanut butter (125g)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar (200g)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup (60ml)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour (180g)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup white chocolate chips or melting wafers (for dipping)
Optional Additions & Toppings
- Crushed candy canes, chopped pecans, or cinnamon sugar for topping
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg for extra spice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter & Peanut Butter: In a large bowl, beat softened unsalted butter and natural creamy peanut butter together using a stand or hand mixer until smooth and well combined.
- Add Sugar & Wet Ingredients: Add the packed brown sugar and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. Then mix in the large egg, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly glossy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined—do not overmix to avoid tough cookies.
- Shape Dough: Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, scoop out the dough and roll into balls. Place the balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Gently flatten each ball with your palm or the bottom of a glass to create a uniform cookie shape.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9–11 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft and slightly underdone to maintain chewiness. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Melt White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips or melting wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each until fully melted and smooth.
- Dip Cookies: Once fully cooled, dip half of each cookie into the melted white chocolate, using a spoon or offset spatula to help coat evenly. Place the dipped cookies on parchment paper and let the chocolate set at room temperature, or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to speed hardening.
Notes
- Soften butter and peanut butter fully before mixing to achieve a smooth texture and chewy cookie consistency.
- Do not overbake; removing the cookies while the centers are still slightly soft ensures they remain chewy.
- For a festive finish, sprinkle crushed candy canes, chopped pecans, or cinnamon sugar on the wet white chocolate before it sets.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze un-dipped baked cookies for up to 2 months.
- Wrap cookies in cellophane with a ribbon, or stack and tie them for charming homemade holiday gifts.
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