Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe
Brown sugar cookies are a classic dessert that is enjoyed by people of all ages. They are soft, chewy, and have a rich, caramel flavor. Brown sugar cookies are also relatively easy to make, making them a great baking project for kids and teens.
Ingredients
- 14 tablespoons 200g unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup 50g granulated sugar
- 2 cups 400g packed dark brown sugar
- 2 cups 250g all-purpose flour, plus 2 tablespoons (25g)
- 1/2 teaspoon 3g baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon 1g baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon 3g salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon 15ml vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, melt 10 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Whisk constantly until the butter starts to brown, about 3-4 minutes. Pour the browned butter into a bowl and add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter to the same bowl. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Add the remaining brown sugar and salt to the butter mixture and whisk until smooth. Whisk in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract.
- Combine the butter mixture with the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
- You can either roll the dough out to 1/2-inch thick and use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes, or you can simply roll the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the cookies with granulated sugar.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the cookies begin to set.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- For crispier cookies, bake for a few minutes longer.
- You can add other mix-ins to your cookies, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.