Description
These Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies are a delightful American dessert featuring a soft and chewy texture with rich brown sugar flavor. The cookies are easy to make, perfect for baking beginners, and yield a delicious treat with a slightly crisp edge and tender center.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 3/4 cups packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside while you prepare the wet ingredients.
- Combine Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter and light brown sugar. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy, which helps to incorporate air and makes the cookies tender.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Stir in the large egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, creating a creamy and cohesive wet mixture.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can lead to tough cookies.
- Shape the Dough: Scoop the cookie dough into 1 1/2 tablespoon-sized balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft, signaling that they will be chewy once cooled.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set properly.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor and better texture, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each cookie before baking for a delicious sweet-salty contrast.
