Description
These Brown Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat with a chewy texture and a rich, caramelized flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these easy-to-make cookies will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- Extra brown sugar or granulated sugar for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla and whisk until fully combined.
- Combine the mixtures: Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined. Chill dough in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes.
- Form and bake cookies: Scoop dough into portions, roll into balls, and place on baking sheets. Bake for 9–11 minutes until set. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, use dark brown sugar.
- Add cinnamon or espresso powder for extra flavor.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
