Maple Pecan Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend
• 1/2 cup Pecan Flour
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
• 1/2 cup Brown Sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 cup Pecans, chopped and toasted
• 1/2 teaspoon Maple Extract
• 2 tablespoons Optional: Maple Sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour blend, pecan flour, baking soda, and salt.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Beat in maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir in maple extract.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

6. 6

   Fold in the toasted pecans.

7. 7

   Drop by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle with maple sugar if desired.

8. 8

   Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.

9. 9

   Let cookies cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.