Brown Sugar Butter Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)
This easy Brown Sugar Butter Cookies method features rich caramel notes from brown sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth, golden treat. A cozy bake ideal for sharing, perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet summer snack—definitely one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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1 large egg
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon salt
# How to Make It:
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In a large bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar together until mixture becomes light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Beat until fully combined and smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and salt until well blended.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until a cohesive dough forms. Do not overmix.
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Divide dough into tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange chilled dough balls about 2 inches apart on lined baking trays. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until cookies are golden on the edges and set in the center.
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Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of dough balls before baking to enhance the caramel notes.
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Extend baking time by 2 minutes for a slightly crispier cookie texture.