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Maple Leaf Cream Cookies

Maple Leaf Cream Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful experience of Maple Leaf Cream Cookies, a sweet treat that melts in your mouth. These charming cookies feature a buttery, tender exterior complemented by a luscious maple cream filling. Perfect for gatherings or cozy afternoons at home, they bring a touch of sweetness to any occasion. With the rich flavors of maple syrup and sugar, each bite leaves you craving more. Whether served with coffee or shared as gifts, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

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  • 11 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature) for filling
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for filling
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup for filling
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for filling
  • 1/2 teaspoon maple extract for filling
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt for filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, beat the room temperature butter with maple sugar until slightly grainy. Add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy.
  3. Incorporate maple syrup and extract; mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt together. Gradually add to the wet mixture until dough forms.
  5. Chill the dough wrapped in plastic for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Roll out chilled dough to about 1/8" thick on a floured surface. Cut out shapes using a maple leaf cookie cutter.
  7. Bake cookies for 8–10 minutes until edges are lightly golden brown; cool on wire racks.
  8. For the filling, beat together ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  9. Assemble cookies by spreading filling between two cookies.

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