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Magical Moon Spell Cookies Recipe

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Magical Moon Spell Cookies are delicate, buttery treats infused with warm cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of almond extract. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and sugar, these charming moon-shaped cookies are perfect for festive occasions or a cozy snack. They are soft, flavorful, and dusted with confectioners’ sugar to add a magical touch.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup additional flour (for rolling out)
  • 1/4 cup confectioners sugar (for topping)

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1.5 sticks salted butter, melted (3/4 cup or 170 grams)
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp almond extract
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature when the cookies are ready to bake.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar and melted salted butter. Use a hand mixer to beat them together until the mixture becomes fluffy and smooth, which helps incorporate air for a tender cookie texture.
  3. Add Flavorings and Egg: Mix in the baking powder, egg, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond extract, and cinnamon. Blend thoroughly to evenly distribute all the flavors throughout the batter.
  4. Incorporate Flour Gradually: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet mixture, about half a cup at a time. Mix until just combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can toughen the cookies.
  5. Form and Roll Dough: Use your hands to bring the dough together into a ball. Lightly flour your work surface using the additional 1/4 cup flour, then roll out the dough to your desired thickness for cookies.
  6. Cut Out Shapes: Using a cookie cutter, cut out moon shapes or any preferred shape. Alternatively, shape the dough by hand into moons to give a more rustic, handmade look.
  7. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and place the cut-out cookies on the sheet with some space in between for even baking.
  8. Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies on the center rack of the preheated oven for 9 minutes until they are lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  9. Cool Briefly: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet briefly to firm up before transferring them to a cooling rack.
  10. Dust with Confectioners Sugar: Once the cookies have completely cooled, dust them generously with confectioners sugar for a sweet, snowy finish that enhances their magical appearance.

Notes

  • Use melted butter for better mixing and a tender texture.
  • Don’t overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep cookies soft.
  • For perfectly shaped moons, chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling if it’s too sticky.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • For a vegan version, substitute egg with flax egg and use vegan butter alternatives.

Keywords: moon cookies, maple syrup cookies, cinnamon cookies, holiday cookies, easy cookie recipe

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