Description
These Brown Sugar Cookies are the epitome of chewy, soft goodness. Packed with rich brown sugar flavor and a hint of cinnamon, these cookies are perfect for any sweet craving. The recipe is straightforward and yields delightful cookies that will disappear quickly!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cookies:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for a warm touch)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mix until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mix until just combined.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, place on baking sheet, gently press down.
- Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are soft. Cool on sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- These cookies stay soft and chewy thanks to the brown sugar.
- For a fun twist, mix in white chocolate chips, toffee bits, or chopped nuts.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
