FROSTED MAPLE COOKIES

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Living in New England, I've come to appreciate the unique qualities of our area. Many people here enjoy the flavor of maple in their recipes, and I love this adaptation of an old favorite. -Connie Borden, Marblehead, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon maple flavoring
2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped nuts
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons maple flavoring
2 to 3 tablespoons hot water

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream together shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in sour cream and maple flavoring. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Preheat oven to 375°. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool completely on wire racks. , For frosting, in a small saucepan, heat butter over low heat until golden brown. Remove from the heat; blend in confectioners' sugar, maple flavoring and enough water to achieve spreading consistency. Frost cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.