Chewy Maple Cookies

Recipe View Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your baking sheets, or line with parchment paper for easy cleanup. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a large mixing bowl, cream together the packed brown sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for achieving the perfect chewy texture. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Gradually add the pure maple syrup, followed by the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until thoroughly combined, ensuring a smooth and even batter. (3 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent for a consistent rise. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies. Stir in the flaked coconut until evenly dispersed throughout the dough. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden brown. The centers should still appear slightly soft. (10-12 minutes)

Recipe View Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking. (10 minutes)