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Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe

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These Brown Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and rich with the deep caramel flavor of brown sugar. Made with a mix of light and dark brown sugars, they offer a perfect balance of sweetness and moisture. Perfect for cookie lovers looking for a classic treat with a slightly crispy edge and tender center.

Ingredients

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Butter and Sugar

  • 1 cup (2 sticks; 226 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature, divided
  • 1 3/4 cups (375 grams) light or dark brown sugar (mix of both recommended)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups (350 grams) all-purpose flour, plus more if needed
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get ready for baking the cookies.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together 3/4 cup of the room temperature butter with the brown sugar until light and fluffy. This will help create the chewy texture and rich flavor.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the whole egg and egg yolk, followed by the vanilla extract. Mixing these in well ensures even flavor and smooth dough consistency.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt. This ensures the leavening agent and salt are evenly distributed.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. If the dough feels too sticky, add a bit more flour, but avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
  6. Incorporate Remaining Butter: Gently fold in the remaining 1/4 cup of butter divided into small pieces to add extra moisture and richness to the dough.
  7. Shape the Dough: Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them onto parchment-lined or greased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  8. Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  9. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and prevents breaking.

Notes

  • Using a mix of light and dark brown sugar intensifies the caramel flavor and adds depth.
  • Room temperature butter is key for proper creaming and texture.
  • If the dough is too soft to shape, chill it for 15-20 minutes before baking.
  • Do not overbake; cookies continue to firm up as they cool.
  • Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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