Description
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these delightful Brown Butter-Maple Shortbread Bear Cookies. Each bite delivers a rich, nutty flavor from browned butter, perfectly balanced with the sweetness of pure maple syrup. Their cute bear shape makes them a charming addition to any occasion, bringing joy to family and friends alike. Easy to make and even more fun to share, these cookies are like a warm hug for your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Bear cookie cutter
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, stirring frequently until golden brown and nutty in aroma.
- Combine Ingredients: Remove from heat and whisk in granulated sugar, brown sugar, and maple syrup until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the cooled butter mixture until just combined.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Shape Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough to 1/4 inch thick and use a bear cookie cutter to cut shapes.
- Bake: Place cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg