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Easy Brown Sugar Cookies

This easy, fool-proof brown sugar cookie recipe delivers a rich flavor, crisp edges, and chewy centers in every batch!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
36 mins
Servings: 18
Calories: 286 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • 1 ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 18 tablespoons butter salted softened (2 sticks + 2 tablespoons)
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with baking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, salt, baking powder and cinnamon and mix together.
  3. In a separate mixing bowl, add the brown sugar, butter and sugar. (You can also use the bowl of a stand mixer with a paddle attachment).
  4. Blend with an electric mixer on medium speed for 1 1⁄2 minutes, until creamy.
  5. Add in the eggs, egg yolks and vanilla extract and and blend until just combined.
  6. Add in the flour mixture in batches and mix until just barely incorporated.
  7. Using a cookie scoop (mine is 1 ½ tablespoons), scoop the cookie dough and place it into the prepared baking sheet about 4” apart.
  8. Place on the center rack in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  9. Then remove from the oven and let the cookies set 3-4 minutes on the cookie sheet. I like to tap the baking sheet on the counter to help level the cookies and make them a little chewier.
  10. Transfer to a wire cooling rack and cool completely.
  11. Repeat with the remaining cookie dough.

Notes

  • Add chopped pecans or walnuts Sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Use light or dark brown sugar. Cinnamon is optional. Leave it out if desired. Use unsalted butter may be used but add 1⁄2 teaspoon of salt.
  • Use a Silicone baking mats like this one instead of parchment paper. Here is a link to my favorite on Amazon. https://amzn.to/4b7Wxae
  • Be sure you only mix until just combined. Over mixing can cause the gluten to overdevelop and make the cookies crumbly.
  • Storage:
  • Room Temperature: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container or baggie for up to 4 days. Freeze: You can freeze these cookies in a freezer bag or container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cookie Calories 286kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 72mg (24%) Sodium 295mg (12%) Potassium 70mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 24g (48%) Vitamin A 409IU (8%) Vitamin C 0.001mg (0%) Calcium 33mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 286

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cookie
Calories 286kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.5g 25%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 295mg 12%
Potassium 70mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 24g 48%
Vitamin A 409IU 8%
Vitamin C 0.001mg 0%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.