why make this recipe

Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate are a delightful treat that brings together the warm, comforting flavors of maple and cinnamon. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday gathering, a cozy evening at home, or a sweet surprise for loved ones. The addition of creamy white chocolate and festive holly berry sprinkles gives these cookies a special touch that makes them irresistible. Plus, who doesn’t love the chewy texture that leaves your taste buds wanting more?

how to make Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate

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 can be helpful to measure 1.5 oz dough balls for perfectly uniform cookies.
Bake the cookies and allow them to fully cool before you start decorating.
Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Keep your microwave at half power to prevent the chocolate from overheating. Ghirardelli melting wafers work great for this.
Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate and lay it down on wax or parchment paper to dry. Repeat this for all cookies.
Let the chocolate-dipped portion set and harden.
Pour additional melted white chocolate into a piping bag (this makes it more sturdy) or a ziplock bag and cut a small tip off the corner.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the dipped portion of each cookie.
Before the drizzle sets, place holly berry sprinkles in the corner for a festive finish.
Enjoy your delicious cookies!

how to serve Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate

These cookies are delightful served warm or at room temperature. You can present them on a beautiful platter for special occasions or pack them in gift boxes for friends and family. Pair them with a warm cup of tea or coffee for a perfect afternoon snack.

how to store Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate

To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, consider placing them in the refrigerator. Just bring them back to room temperature before serving for the best taste experience.

tips to make Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate

Using a food scale will help ensure that each cookie is uniform in size, which helps with even baking.
Make sure the cookies are completely cool before dipping them in white chocolate to prevent melting.
If you find the white chocolate is thick, adding a tiny bit of coconut oil can help achieve a smoother consistency for dipping.

variation

If you want to mix things up, you can add chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, to the cookie dough for added crunch. Another fun twist is to replace the white chocolate with dark chocolate for a richer flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I freeze these cookies?
Yes, you can freeze the cookies before or after they are decorated. Just make sure they are stored in an airtight container. They can last in the freezer for up to three months.

2. What if I don’t have a food scale?
If you don’t have a food scale, you can use a tablespoon to portion the cookie dough. Just try to keep the dough balls as uniform in size as possible.

3. How can I make these cookies more festive for the holidays?
You can add seasonal flavors like nutmeg or ginger to the dough or swap out the holly berry sprinkles for Christmas-themed sprinkles. You can also use cookie cutters to shape the dough into fun holiday shapes before baking.

Enjoy making and sharing these delightful Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate!