Description
Waffle Cookies with Maple Glaze are an irresistible fusion of cookies and waffles, delivering a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. These unique cookies are quick to prepare, taking only 20 minutes from start to finish. The warm sweetness of the maple glaze adds a rich layer of flavor, making them a favorite for any occasion. With their soft centers and slightly crisp edges, these waffle cookies offer both texture and taste that will surely please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ½ cup mini chocolate chips or nuts
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions; lightly grease it. Drop heaping tablespoons of dough into each section of the waffle iron and cook for about 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool cookies on a wire rack before glazing.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies and let set for 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Customize the glaze by adding different extracts like almond or lemon. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to three days.