Maple Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks)
2. Maple syrup: 1/3 cup
3. Sugar: 1/2 cup
4. All-purpose flour: 2 cups
5. Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
6. Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation time: 30 minutes
• Cooking time: 15 minutes
• Total time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
3. Add the maple syrup and mix well.
4. Sift in the flour and salt, and mix until a dough forms.
5. Add the ground cinnamon if using and mix well.
6. Roll the dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
7. Flatten slightly with a fork.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
9. Allow to cool on a wire rack.

Nutritional Information: (Based on given ingredients)

• Calories: Each cookie contains approximately 150 calories.
• Fat: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• These cookies have a unique flavor combination of sweet and spicy from the maple syrup and optional cinnamon.
• The shortbread texture is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
• Suitable for American taste due to the use of maple syrup, which is widely used in American baking.

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are amazing! The maple flavor is so delicious."
2. "I love the combination of flavors in these cookies, they're a great treat."
3. "These shortbread cookies are perfect for any occasion, especially with coffee."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use real maple syrup for best results, as some artificial sweeteners may not give the same flavor profile.
• Adjust baking time according to your oven's temperature and the desired texture of the cookies.