Description
These Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies are the perfect treat for anyone craving a soft, chewy bite packed with rich brown sugar flavor. With a balanced blend of brown and granulated sugars, softened butter, and a touch of vanilla, these cookies bake up tender with golden edges and tender centers, making them an irresistible classic dessert.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies, ensuring it reaches the right temperature before you begin.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Use a mixer or spoon to cream them together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the whole egg and egg yolk to the creamed mixture, then stir in the vanilla extract, blending everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure the leavening and seasoning are evenly distributed.
- Combine wet and dry mixes: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Shape the cookies: Scoop rounded balls of dough and place them spaced apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. The cookies should have golden edges while the centers remain soft.
- Cool before serving: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your chewy treats!
Notes
- Do not overbake; cookies with golden edges and soft centers yield the best chewy texture.
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better dough consistency.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or a handful of chocolate chips.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and chewiness.