Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies
These chewy brown sugar cookies are perfectly soft, thick, and brimming with a deep molasses-like flavor that makes them a crowd favorite. With simple ingredients and easy steps, they’re sure to become your go-to dessert!
Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour measured correctly by spooning into measuring cup and leveling off
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened at room temperature
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- ¼ cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: Beat the butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined.
- Roll the Dough: Portion the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and roll each ball in granulated sugar until fully coated.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the dough balls on the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are golden with slightly underdone centers.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Variations: Add chocolate chips, spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, or nuts like pecans or walnuts for different flavor profiles. Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Add a slice of bread in the container to keep them chewy. Freezing: Freeze baked cookies or cookie dough for longer storage. Baked cookies thaw in 30 minutes; dough can be baked directly from frozen (add 1-2 minutes).
