Chewy Maple Cookies

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

3 dozen

Updated: Apr. 22, 2022
My husband, Bob, and I have a small sugaring operation with Bob's father. I love to put some of our syrup to use in these golden cookies. —Reba Legrand, Jericho, Vermont
Chewy Maple Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or maple flavoring
  • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Directions

  1. In a bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg, syrup and vanilla until well mixed. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture. Stir in coconut.
  2. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
Test Kitchen Tip
  • Maple flavoring and maple extract can be used interchangeably in this recipe.
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