White Chocolate Dipped Chewy Maple Cookies for  Christmas

There’s something magical about a kitchen filled with the scent of butter melting, maple syrup warming, and the soft hum of holiday tunes in the background. Imagine you’re standing at the counter, the smell of freshly whipped dough swirling with vanilla and cinnamon, while the lights on the tree twinkle beyond the window. That cozy, nostalgic feeling — that’s exactly the mood you want when baking these cookies.

Today we’re talking about chewy maple cookies — buttery holiday cookies with a cinnamon‑maple twist, thick maple cookies that are soft center cookies, dipped into creamy white chocolate. These are white chocolate and maple flavor in one dreamy bite — white chocolate dipped cookies designed for your holiday table, your gift tins, your party trays. Melt‑in‑your‑mouth cookies that say “festive” and “comfort” in the same breath.

Let me walk you through how to make these cinnamon maple cookies, these maple syrup cookies, these spiced Christmas cookies — and why you’ll love them.

Why You’ll Love These Chewy Maple Cookies

Gooey Cookies with Soft Centers and Golden Brown Edges

• These are gooey cookies with a soft centre—no dry, crumbly texture here.
  
• With the right technique — melted butter, proper chilling — you’ll get thick maple cookies that hold their chew rather than crumble.
  
• The moment you bite in: that slight spring, then the soft middle giving way — this is key.
  

Cinnamon-Spiced Cookies with Maple and Vanilla

• We’re layering real maple syrup into the dough → pure maple flavored desserts territory.
  
• Add cinnamon, vanilla infusion, brown sugar — you’ve got cinnamon‑maple cookies, vanilla‑infused cookies, brown sugar cookies all at once.
  
• The buttery note underneath makes them truly buttery holiday cookies.
  

White Chocolate Dipped Cookies That Look as Good as They Taste

• Dip the bottoms or half in creamy white chocolate → white chocolate dipped cookies that look elegant.
  
• The contrast of golden brown cookies with white chocolate creates a beautiful holiday treat.
  
• Wrap them in a tin or box and they instantly become festive maple treats you’re proud to share.
  

Soft Christmas Cookies You Can Make Ahead

• The dough can rest, you can pre‑shape cookies, freeze them — perfect for holiday rhythms.
  
• Bake them the morning of your party, or the night before, and keep them fresh.
  
• Great for gifting and parties: you can pop them out when you need them.
  

Ingredients for Soft and Chewy Maple Cookies

Dry Ingredients for Holiday Spice Cookies

• 2 ¾ cups (340 g) all‑purpose flour — measured correctly.
  
• 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  
• ½ teaspoon baking soda.
  
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for those cinnamon‑spiced cookies vibes).
  
• ½ teaspoon salt.
  
• Optional: ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg for extra holiday spice.
  

Wet Ingredients for Maple Syrup Cookies

• 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (this helps chewy texture).
  
• 1 cup (200 g) packed brown sugar (for the brown sugar cookies base).
  
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar.
  
• 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk (for soft centre cookies).
  
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup (real maple syrup cookies!).
  
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (vanilla‑infused cookies, remember).
  
• ½ teaspoon maple extract (optional, to intensify white chocolate and maple flavor).
  

Dipping & Decorating with Creamy White Chocolate

• 8 oz (225 g) good quality creamy white chocolate or white chocolate chips.
  
• Optional: festive sprinkles, chopped pecans, or edible gold dust for presentation.
  
• Optional: 1 teaspoon coconut oil (helps white chocolate dip be smooth and shiny).
  

Essential Tools for Baking Buttery Holiday Cookies

You don’t need fancy gear — just the basics:

• Mixing bowls (one large, one medium)
  
• Electric hand mixer or stand mixer (for smooth wet mixture)
  
• Measuring cups and spoons (accurate flour = huge difference)
  
• Spatula and wooden spoon
  
• Baking sheets (lined with parchment paper or silicone mat)
  
• Cooling racks
  
• Small heat‑proof bowl (for melting the white chocolate)
  
• Optional: cookie scoop (for uniform thick maple cookies)
  
• Refrigerator space (for chilling dough)
  
• Wire rack and cookie sheet for the dipping step
  

Step-by-Step: How to Make Chewy Maple Cookies with White Chocolate

Mix Dry Ingredients for Spiced Christmas Cookies

1. In your medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt (and nutmeg if using).
   
2. Set aside. This is the foundation of your buttery holiday cookies — you want it evenly distributed.
   

Blend Wet Ingredients for Gooey Cookies

1. In the large bowl, pour in the melted butter and allow it to cool for a minute (so you don’t cook the eggs).
   
2. Add brown sugar and granulated sugar — beat until smooth and slightly lightened.
   
3. Add the egg and extra yolk; beat until combined.
   
4. Stir in maple syrup, vanilla extract, and optional maple extract. Now you have syrupy goodness and vanilla‑infused flavor in the mix.
   

Combine and Chill for Thick Maple Cookies

1. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet bowl; fold until just combined — don’t overmix.
   
2. Scrape down sides; cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour, ideally 2‑3 hours (this helps the chewy texture).
   

Shape and Bake Golden Brown Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line baking sheets.
   
2. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion dough into roughly 2 tablespoon‑sized balls.
   
3. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are set and the centers still look slightly soft.
   
4. Let cookies rest 2 minutes on the sheet, then move to a wire rack.
   

Dip in White Chocolate for Festive Maple Treats

1. Melt creamy white chocolate with a bit of coconut oil.
   
2. Dip half or the bottom of cooled cookies.
   
3. Sprinkle with chopped pecans or festive sprinkles if desired.
   
4. Let them set at room temp or refrigerate briefly.
   

Pro Tips for Perfect Chewy Maple Cookies

• Use melted butter for that chewy bite.
  
• Don’t overmix after adding flour.
  
• Chill the dough to avoid spreading.
  
• Slight underbaking = soft center cookies.
  
• Only real maple syrup delivers that signature maple flavor.
  

Flavor Twists for Your Maple Syrup Cookies

• Add chopped pecans for a nutty crunch.
  
• Roll dough balls in cinnamon sugar for bolder cinnamon maple cookies.
  
• Sandwich two cookies with maple buttercream.
  
• Drizzle instead of dipping for a more rustic look.
  
• Add cardamom or ginger for extra holiday spice cookies variation.
  

What to Avoid When Making Soft Christmas Cookies

• Don’t skip the chill time — no one wants flat cookies.
  
• Don’t overbake — they’ll lose the soft, gooey center.
  
• Don’t overheat your white chocolate.
  
• Avoid imitation syrup — flavor loss is real.
  
• Be precise with flour to avoid dry cookies.
  

How to Store and Freeze Your Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cookies

• Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.
  
• Freeze dough balls or baked cookies for up to 3 months.
  
• Thaw dough overnight or bake from frozen with an extra minute or two.
  
• Store dipped cookies in a cool, dry spot to protect the creamy white chocolate.
  

Best Pairings for Your Chewy Maple Cookies

• Peppermint bark – contrasts beautifully.
  
• Gingerbread – builds on the spice.
  
• Fudge brownies – maple + chocolate = match made in heaven.
  
• Hot drinks: chai, hot chocolate, maple latte.
  

FAQ: All About White Chocolate Dipped Chewy Maple Cookies for Christmas

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Bake These White Chocolate Dipped Gooey Cookies Today

These white chocolate dipped chewy maple cookies are everything soft Christmas cookies should be — thick maple cookies with a gooey bite, buttery holiday cookies with cinnamon maple cookies warmth, dipped in creamy white chocolate for festive maple treats worth sharing.

So make a batch, box them up, pass them around. And if you’re hungry for more, follow my Pinterest for even more spiced Christmas cookies and holiday magic: https://www.pinterest.com/emiliorecipes/

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