Why Make This Recipe
Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate bring together the comforting flavors of maple and cinnamon with a delightful touch of sweetness from the white chocolate. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a holiday, hosting a gathering, or simply enjoying a cozy night in. Their chewy texture and rich flavors will surely win over the hearts of family and friends.
How to Make Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 batch Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies by Cooking with Carlee
- White chocolate melting wafers
- Holly berry sprinkles
- Food scale
- Light colored baking sheets
Directions
- Prepare the maple cinnamon cookie dough and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Portion the dough into desired size dough balls. A food scale helps measure 1.5 oz dough balls for perfectly uniform cookies.
- Bake the cookies and allow them to fully cool before decorating.
- Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Set the microwave to half power to prevent overheating the chocolate. Ghirardelli melting wafers work great.
- Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate and place it on wax or parchment paper to dry. Repeat for all cookies.
- Let the chocolate-dipped portion set and harden.
- For extra decoration, pour melted white chocolate into a piping bag or a ziplock bag. Cut a small tip off the corner of the bag.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the dipped portion of each cookie.
- Add holly berry sprinkles before the drizzle sets and firms up. Enjoy!
How to Serve Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies
Serve these cookies on a festive plate to showcase their delicious toppings. They pair wonderfully with a glass of cold milk or a warm cup of tea or coffee. Perfect for sharing with friends or family, these cookies will add joy to any gathering!
How to Store Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh. They should last for about a week if kept properly. To keep the white chocolate from getting soft or melting, avoid placing them in direct sunlight or heat.
Tips to Make Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cookie dough.
- Make sure the cookies are completely cool before dipping them in the chocolate to prevent melting.
- Experiment with different sprinkles or toppings to make them festive for different occasions.
Make-Ahead & Holiday Gifting Tips
CHEWY MAPLE CINNAMON COOKIES WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE ARE PERFECT FOR MAKE-AHEAD BAKING, ESPECIALLY AROUND THE HOLIDAYS. YOU CAN BAKE THE COOKIES A DAY OR TWO IN ADVANCE, DECORATE THEM ONCE THEY ARE COMPLETELY COOL, AND THEY WILL STILL TASTE FRESH AND CHEWY. THIS MAKES THEM A GREAT CHOICE WHEN YOU WANT A HOMEMADE TREAT BUT DON’T WANT LAST-MINUTE STRESS IN THE KITCHEN.
THESE COOKIES ALSO MAKE BEAUTIFUL EDIBLE GIFTS. ONCE THE WHITE CHOCOLATE AND SPRINKLES HAVE SET, YOU CAN ARRANGE THEM IN TINS, BOXES, OR CLEAR BAGS TIED WITH RIBBON. THE MAPLE, CINNAMON, AND FESTIVE TOPPINGS MAKE THEM LOOK SPECIAL WITHOUT ANY FANCY DECORATING SKILLS. THEY’RE A THOUGHTFUL, HOMEMADE PRESENT FOR FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS, OR TEACHERS.
Variation
You could replace the white chocolate with dark chocolate or milk chocolate for a different flavor profile. The maple cinnamon flavors will still shine through with these variations.
FAQs
1. Can I freeze these cookies?
Yes! You can freeze the baked cookies without the chocolate coating. Just let them cool completely, then place them in an airtight container or freezer bag.
2. How long does it take for the chocolate to set?
Typically, it takes about 30 minutes for the chocolate to harden at room temperature. You can also refrigerate them to speed up the process.
3. What if I don’t have a food scale?
If you don’t have a food scale, you can use measuring spoons or cups. Just try to make the dough balls as uniform in size as possible for even baking.
Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 batch Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies
For decoration
- 1 pack White chocolate melting wafers Ghirardelli melting wafers are recommended.
- 1 pack Holly berry sprinkles
Equipment
- 1 Food scale Helps measure uniform dough balls.
- 1 Light colored baking sheets
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the maple cinnamon cookie dough and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Portion the dough into desired size dough balls. A food scale helps measure 1.5 oz dough balls for perfectly uniform cookies.
Baking
- Bake the cookies and allow them to fully cool before decorating.
Decoration
- Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Set the microwave to half power to prevent overheating the chocolate.
- Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate and place it on wax or parchment paper to dry.
- Let the chocolate-dipped portion set and harden.
- For extra decoration, pour melted white chocolate into a piping bag or a ziplock bag. Cut a small tip off the corner of the bag.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the dipped portion of each cookie.
- Add holly berry sprinkles before the drizzle sets and firms up.