Maple Oat Crisps

Directions

1. 1
   In a stand mixer or large bowl, cream the butter and orange zest until fluffy.
2. 2
   Beat in the maple syrup.
3. 3
   Add the egg and vanilla and beat until well mixed.
4. 4
   In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, oats, and pecans.
5. 5
   Stir into the butter mixture to make a soft dough.
6. 6
   Chill the dough mixture for at least 1 hour.
7. 7
   Preheat the oven to 375F.
8. 8
   Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
9. 9
   Use a tablespoon to scoop the dough, form it into balls, and place on the sheets at least 3 inches apart.
10. 10
    A standard baking sheet should hold 5 cookies.
11. 11
    Bake for 6 to 7 minutes, reverse the position of the sheets, then bake for 6 to 7 minutes more, until the cookies have a dark golden edge that extends about 1/2 inch into the cookie.
12. 12
    Cool for 10 minutes on the pans, then transfer to a cooling rack with a spatula to finish cooling completely.