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Maple Leaf Cream Cookies

Maple Leaf Cream Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful taste of Maple Leaf Cream Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These charming sandwich cookies feature a buttery maple shortbread exterior filled with a rich and creamy maple filling that melts in your mouth. Ideal for gatherings, celebrations, or simply to enjoy during a cozy afternoon, these cookies are sure to impress with their unique leaf shape and irresistible flavor. Easy to make and even easier to love, they add a festive touch to dessert tables and make wonderful gifts. Try this recipe today and bring a touch of sweetness into your home!

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
  • For the filling: 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. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, beat room temperature butter and maple sugar until combined. Add powdered sugar; mix until fluffy.
  3. Stir in maple syrup and extract. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt; gradually combine with wet ingredients until dough forms.
  4. Chill the dough for 30 minutes. Roll out to 1/8-inch thick on a floured surface and cut out leaf shapes.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool on wire racks.
  6. For the filling, beat together remaining ingredients until smooth. Assemble cookies by spreading filling between two cookies.

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