Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe
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Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe
Description
This recipe begins by browning butter carefully to develop a nutty aroma and warm depth of flavor. After cooling, the brown butter is whipped with packed brown sugar until fluffy. Eggs, vanilla, baking powder, and salt are added followed by sifted all-purpose flour, making a smooth, pliable dough. The dough balls are rolled in granulated sugar to provide a gentle outer crust that contrasts with a soft interior.
Baking at 350°F yields cookies with a delicate crumb and lightly crisp edges. The combination of light or dark brown sugar influences the intensity of caramel flavor but maintains the same tender structure. Vanilla extract adds warmth and aromatics.
The cookies store well at room temperature in an airtight container for up to two weeks, keeping their soft texture and flavor balance for multiple servings. They can be enjoyed on their own or with a beverage of choice.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups butter 3 sticks, unsalted
- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar packed (light or dark
- 2 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Place the butter in a small sauce pot over medium heat. Watch the butter as it melts and simmers, stirring occasionally. Once the butter particles in the bottom of the pot have turned a dark teddy bear brown, and the butter is light brown, turn off the heat. It should smell nutty, not burnt. Place the butter in the refrigerator until in has solidified again.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line several baking sheets with parchment paper. Scrape the firm brown butter into the bowl of an electric stand mixer. Make sure to scrape in all the dark particles... They add a lot of flavor! Add the brown sugar and beat the mixture on high until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. It's okay if there are a few brown sugar chunks left.
- Scrape the bowl and set the mixer of low. Beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Once well-combined, slowly add in the flour. Turn the mixer off when the mixture looks smooth.
- Place the granulated sugar in a small bowl. Use a 1 1/2-tablespoon cookie scoop to portion out the cookie dough. Roll the scoops into balls, then roll each ball in the granulated sugar to coat.
- Place the cookies two inches apart on the baking sheets. Use the bottom of a drinking glass to press to dough balls into flat 1/2-inch disks.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes. The cookies should look golden around the edges, but a little under-baked in the center. Cool on the baking sheets.
Notes
- You may use light or dark brown sugar; dark increases the richness but light brown sugar still yields flavorful cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 36cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 144 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cookie | |
| Calories | 144kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 71mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 43mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 250IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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