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Maple Leaf Cream Cookies

Maple Leaf Cream Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Maple Leaf Cream Cookies, a charming treat that melts in your mouth. These cookies are infused with rich maple flavor, making them perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy afternoons at home. Their unique leaf shape adds a whimsical touch that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With a creamy maple filling sandwiched between buttery shortbread cookies, this recipe is not only simple to follow but also allows for creative decorating. Bake a batch today and enjoy a taste of autumn in every bite!

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)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon maple extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, beat room temperature butter with maple sugar until combined. Add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy.
  2. Stir in maple syrup and extract. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt; combine with wet ingredients to form dough.
  3. Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling out to 1/8" thickness. Cut with a maple leaf cookie cutter.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.
  5. For filling, beat together butter, powdered sugar, syrup, vanilla extract, maple extract, and salt until smooth.
  6. Spread filling between two cookies to assemble.

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