Description
These Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies are delightfully soft and packed with rich brown sugar flavor. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and a tender, chewy texture, these cookies make an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookies
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. This process incorporates air, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the whole egg and additional egg yolk along with the pure vanilla extract until the batter is well combined and creamy, adding moisture and flavor to the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning throughout the dough.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies.
- Form Dough Balls: Scoop rounded balls of dough and place them on baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silicone liners, leaving adequate space between each to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft and chewy.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for several minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. Enjoy once cooled for the best texture.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, avoid overbaking; remove them once edges are golden and centers are slightly soft.
- Softened unsalted butter should be at room temperature for easy creaming.
- Using both an egg and an extra yolk enhances moisture and chewiness.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week.
- You can add mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
