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Brown Sugar Butter Cookies Recipe

Brown Sugar Butter Cookies Recipe
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These Brown Sugar Butter Cookies are soft, chewy, and buttery treats with a rich caramel flavor from brown sugar. Perfect for a simple homemade dessert, they offer a delightful balance of sweetness and texture with a perfectly crisp edge and chewy center.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For Rolling

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream together the softened unsalted butter and packed brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined, forming the base of your cookie dough.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture until fully incorporated, which helps bind the dough and enhance the flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  5. Shape and Roll: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough using a spoon or cookie scoop. Roll each ball in granulated sugar to create a crunchy, sweet coating, then place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow for spreading.
  6. Bake and Cool: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring perfect texture.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easiest creaming and best cookie texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
  • Cookie size affects baking time; adjust time accordingly if making larger or smaller cookies.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg into the dry ingredients.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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Keywords: Brown sugar cookies, butter cookies, homemade cookies, soft cookies, chewy cookies, easy dessert

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