An Ode to Lekko Shortbread Cookies

Directions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, cream butter, maple syrup and sugar until light and fluffy. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt and rosemary; gradually beat into creamed mixture.
2. 2

   Divide dough in half; shape each into a 1-in. roll. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
3. 3

   Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/2-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake until set, 15-20 minutes. Cool on pans for 5 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool.
4. 4

   Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners sugar until well blended. Add coffee and espresso powder. Pipe or spread frosting over cooled cookies.