Description
Brown Butter-Maple Shortbread Bear Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter with the sweet warmth of maple syrup. These adorable bear-shaped cookies are perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, offering a satisfying crunch with each bite. Enjoy them with tea or coffee while creating sweet memories with loved ones. Simple to prepare and visually charming, these cookies will elevate any occasion and leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until golden brown and nutty, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together browned butter, granulated sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until combined; do not overmix.
- Roll small portions of dough into balls and shape into bears on the baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown; cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg