Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup chopped camachile
Special Equipment Needed:
- 2 baking sheets
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Grease baking sheets.
3. In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth.
5. Beat in the maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla.
6. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients.
7. Mix in the pecans and camachile.
8. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
9. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven.
10. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature: 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)
Serving Size: Makes about 2 dozen cookies
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 140
Fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Protein: 2 g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Butter: margarine or vegetable shortening
- Brown sugar: white sugar
- White sugar: brown sugar
- Maple syrup: honey or agave nectar
- Pecans: walnuts or almonds
- Camachile: dried cranberries or raisins
Variations:
- Substitute different nuts or dried fruits for the pecans and camachile.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon or nutmeg for a spiced cookie.
- Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips for a chocolate chip version.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened before creaming it with the sugars.
- Make sure to measure the ingredients accurately for best results.
- For a chewier cookie, bake for a few minutes less.
Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in a preheated 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve on a plate with a glass of milk.
- Place in a decorative tin for a gift.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate.
Pairings:
- Serve with a scoop of ice cream.
- Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Serve with a fresh fruit salad.
- Enjoy with a bowl of oatmeal.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the cookies are too dry, add a tablespoon of milk or cream.
- If the cookies are too soft, bake for a few minutes longer.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and not expired.
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
Food History:
The use of maple syrup in baking dates back to the Native Americans, who used it as a sweetener in many dishes. Pecans and camachile are also native to North America and have been used in baking for centuries.
Flavor Profiles:
These cookies have a sweet, nutty flavor with hints of maple and camachile.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as an after-dinner treat.
- Enjoy as a snack with a cup of tea.
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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Buttery, Maple, Maple-Flavored