Description
These Chewy French Toast Cookies bring the nostalgic flavors of French toast into a delightful, soft-baked cookie form. With hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple, these cookies are perfect for a comforting breakfast or a sweet snack in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
- 1 large Egg Yolk
- 1/4 cup Light Corn Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Maple Extract
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For Rolling
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by setting your oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Cream the Butters and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes. This process helps to incorporate air, ensuring a softer texture.
- Mix in Egg and Extracts: Add the large egg yolk, light corn syrup, pure vanilla extract, and maple extract into the butter and sugar mixture. Blend everything together until well combined, creating a smooth and flavorful batter base.
- Whisk the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking soda, and salt thoroughly. This ensures even distribution of spices and leavening agents.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently until the dough just comes together, taking care not to overmix which could toughen the cookies.
- Shape the Cookie Dough: Scoop the dough and roll into 1.5-inch balls. Then roll each ball in the additional granulated sugar to give a sweet, sparkly coating that adds a pleasant texture and appearance.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the sugared dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until cookie edges are set but centers remain soft, which results in that perfect chewiness.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy your delicious chewy French toast cookies!
Notes
- You can substitute unsalted butter with vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
- For a vegan alternative, replace the egg yolk with a flax egg.
- Maple extract can be replaced with 1 tablespoon of real maple syrup for natural flavor.
- If desired, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour to make it gluten-free friendly.
- Light corn syrup adds to chewiness but honey can be used as a natural alternative.
- Do not overbake the cookies; pulling them out when edges are set ensures a soft, chewy center.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: French toast cookies, chewy breakfast cookies, cinnamon cookies, maple cookies, sweet breakfast treats, easy cookie recipe, breakfast cookies
