Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: Brown Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ tablespoons unsalted butter (1 3/4 sticks); ¼ cup granulated sugar; 2 cups packed dark brown sugar; 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus 2 tablespoons; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ¼ teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon table salt; 1 large egg; 1 large egg yolk; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1
Heat the butter in a pan over medium-high heat until melted.
2
Turn heat down to medium, and continue to cook the butter until it is browned a dark golden color and smells nutty, around 3 to 7 minutes.
3
Transfer the browned butter to a bowl and let cool for 15 minute.
4
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
5
Mix flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a bowl.
6
Add 1 3/4 cup brown sugar and salt to cooled butter and mix until there are no lumps.
7
Add egg, yolk, and vanilla to butter mixture and mix well, then add flour and mix until just combined.
8
In a baking dish, mix granulated sugar and a 1/4 cup of the brown sugar until combined well; set this mixture aside to roll dough balls inches.
9
Roll dough into balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, and roll balls in brown sugar and white sugar mixture.
10
Place balls about 2 inches apart on parchment lined baking sheets.
11
Bake sheets one at a time until cookies are puffy and lightly browned, about 9-10 minutes.
12
(Cookies will look slightly underdone, but DO NOT over bake.)
13
Cool on sheet for about 5 minutes and then transfer to a rack to cool.

774

kcal

Calories

Fat

167

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ tablespoons unsalted butter (1 3/4 sticks), ¼ cup granulated sugar, 2 cups packed dark brown sugar, 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus 2 tablespoons, and more.

Yes, Brown Sugar Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Brown Sugar Cookies

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