Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate and Holly Berry Sprinkles Recipe
Introduction
These chewy maple cinnamon cookies with white chocolate are a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a sweet, cozy snack. The warm spices combined with creamy white chocolate make each bite irresistible and festive.
Ingredients
- 1 batch Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies dough (see recipe by Cooking with Carlee)
- White chocolate melting wafers (such as Ghirardelli)
- Holly berry sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the maple cinnamon cookie dough according to the original recipe and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Step 2: Portion the chilled dough into 1.5 oz balls using a food scale for uniform size, then arrange them on light-colored baking sheets.
- Step 3: Bake the cookies as directed and allow them to cool completely before decorating.
- Step 4: Melt the white chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl, heating at half power to avoid overheating. Stir often until smooth.
- Step 5: Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate and place on wax or parchment paper to set.
- Step 6: Let the dipped chocolate harden completely before proceeding.
- Step 7: Transfer additional melted white chocolate into a piping bag or a ziplock bag with a small corner cut off for drizzling.
- Step 8: Drizzle the white chocolate over the dipped portion of each cookie.
- Step 9: Before the chocolate drizzle sets, sprinkle holly berry sprinkles on the corner of the cookies for a festive touch. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- Use light-colored baking sheets to prevent overbrowning and ensure even baking.
- For easier dipping and drizzling, keep the white chocolate warm but not hot to maintain a smooth consistency.
- Try using colored or flavored sprinkles to match various holidays or occasions.
- If you prefer a richer chocolate flavor, substitute half of the white chocolate with milk or dark chocolate.
Storage
Store the decorated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To prevent the white chocolate from melting or smudging, keep them in a cool, dry place. Reheat is not recommended, as it can affect texture and decoration.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use regular white chocolate instead of melting wafers?
Yes, you can use regular white chocolate, but melting wafers are designed to melt smoothly without seizing and hold their shape better when set. If using regular white chocolate, melt gently and consider adding a small amount of shortening or oil to improve consistency.
What is the best way to portion cookie dough for uniform cookies?
Using a food scale to measure uniform balls of dough ensures consistent size and even baking. We recommend portioning dough into 1.5 oz balls for these cookies, but you can adjust based on your preferred cookie size.
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Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate and Holly Berry Sprinkles Recipe
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 cookies 1x
Description
Delight in these Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies dipped and drizzled with creamy white chocolate and adorned with festive holly berry sprinkles. This recipe combines the warm flavors of maple and cinnamon in soft, chewy cookies, enhanced by a smooth white chocolate coating and colorful sprinkles for a perfect holiday treat.
Ingredients
Maple Cinnamon Cookie Dough
- 1 batch Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies dough (prepared and chilled as per Cooking with Carlee’s recipe)
Decorations
- White chocolate melting wafers (e.g., Ghirardelli, quantity as needed for dipping and drizzling)
- Holly berry sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Make the maple cinnamon cookie dough according to the recipe and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to ensure proper chilling and easier handling.
- Portion the dough: Use a food scale to measure 1.5-ounce portions of dough for uniform cookie sizes; roll each portion into dough balls.
- Bake the cookies: Bake the dough balls on light-colored baking sheets until done, then allow them to fully cool before decorating to prevent melting the chocolate.
- Melt the white chocolate: Place white chocolate melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl and melt at half power to prevent overheating; stir occasionally until smooth.
- Dip the cookies: Dip half of each fully cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate, then place them on wax or parchment paper and allow the chocolate to set and harden.
- Prepare for drizzle: Pour additional melted white chocolate into a piping bag or a sturdy ziplock bag, cutting a small tip off the corner for controlled drizzling.
- Drizzle the chocolate: Drizzle the white chocolate over the dipped portion of each cookie to create an elegant pattern.
- Add sprinkles: Before the drizzle sets, sprinkle holly berry sprinkles on the cookies for a festive touch.
- Set and enjoy: Let the chocolate fully harden before serving and enjoy these festive chewy maple cinnamon cookies with white chocolate embellishments.
Notes
- Using a food scale ensures uniform cookie sizes for even baking and professional appearance.
- Melting the white chocolate at half power prevents burning and graininess.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before dipping to avoid melting the chocolate coating.
- Use light-colored baking sheets to help monitor cookie browning and prevent over-baking.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a different flavor twist, consider using dark or milk chocolate wafers instead of white chocolate.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Maple cinnamon cookies, white chocolate cookies, holiday cookies, chewy cookies, festive cookie recipe, Christmas cookies, maple dessert
