Description
These Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies offer irresistible flavor and a cozy texture. Perfect for any occasion, they’re simple to make and a delightful treat for everyone.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Mix in egg and vanilla extract.
- Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Chill the dough for 3-4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough, roll into a ball, and coat in granulated sugar.
- Place the dough balls on the baking sheet, spaced apart. Bake for 14-16 minutes until edges are set and tops have cracks.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough is key for chewy cookies; don’t skip it!
For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg