Description
These Brown Sugar Cut-Out Cookies are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. With a hint of almond extract and a sweet brown sugar flavor, these cookies are sure to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Chill and Cut: Divide the dough in half, flatten into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out shapes with cookie cutters and place on baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate: Decorate the cookies as desired with royal icing or sprinkles.
Notes
- If the dough becomes too soft while rolling, chill again for easier cutting.
- Cookies can be decorated with royal icing or sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
