Cream together butter and sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time and combine well. Increase speed of mixer after both eggs have been incorporated. Add in maple flavoring.
In a large bowl, mix together dry ingredients through salt with a whisk. Using the paddle attachment of mixer, gradually incorporate dry ingredients into butter mixture until all has been combined.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Scoop 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and place onto baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Place into preheated oven and back for 7-8 minutes. Do not overbake.
Remove from oven and allow to cool on baking sheet.