Description
Soft and chewy Maple Cinnamon Sugar Cookies made with natural maple syrup and warm cinnamon, featuring a subtle smoky depth from smoked turkey bacon. These cookies balance sweetness and spice with a tender inside and slightly crisp edges, perfect for any occasion or cozy snack.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup natural maple syrup
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup smoked turkey bacon, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Begin by creaming the plant-based butter and white sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then, add the natural maple syrup, plant-based milk, and natural vanilla extract, mixing well to blend all the wet ingredients uniformly. In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and natural gelling agent. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Add smoked turkey bacon: Chop the smoked turkey bacon into fine pieces and gently fold them into the dough. This addition imparts a subtle smokiness that complements the maple and cinnamon without overpowering the flavor.
- Chill the dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Chilling helps the dough firm up, making it easier to handle and resulting in better texture when baked.
- Shape and sugar coat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough into small balls, about one tablespoon each. Roll those balls in a mixture of white sugar and ground cinnamon for an extra touch of sweetness and spice.
- Bake to perfection: Arrange the cookie balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet with enough space between them. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges turn a delicate golden color. Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the dough to keep the cookies tender and soft.
- Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to make shaping easier and enhance flavor melding.
- Use fresh ground cinnamon for the best aromatic quality and flavor.
- Leave enough space on the baking sheet for the cookies to spread without sticking together.
- Start checking the cookies a minute or two before the baking time ends to prevent overbaking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Maple, Cinnamon, Sugar Cookies, Plant-based, Chewy, Soft, Sweet, Smoky, Smoked turkey bacon
