Introduction:-
Would you love a cookie that is soft, chewy, and boasts an incredibly deep caramel-like flavor? Try your luck! Soft and chewy brown sugar cookies will now be your crowning glory, made with easy ingredients, minus too much effort. This is ideal for that special occasion where you want to indulge in one of the pleasures of life-great cookies. Part of the beauty of this recipe is how straightforward it is to follow, ensuring your mouth will melt as you take a bite of your cookies.
What is so special about brown sugar cookies and distinguishes them from most other cookies? It’s the taste and the texture, which brown sugar gives them-a full flavor of molasses and a chewy consistency. Therefore, it’s easy to enjoy them with a cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or just a glass of cold milk. Do you want to make your kitchen smell like a bakery and see the inside peek? Here is how to do that.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
No experience in baking is required to get this one right.
Deep rich flavor. Brown sugar adds a caramel-like sweetness that makes these cookies so much richer and indulgent than others.
Soft & chewy. These are absolutely perfect for those who like more tender bites off of their cookies.
Customizable. You can add chocolate chips, nuts, even a hint of cinnamon to give it a different twist.
Kid-Friendly: This is a fun recipe to make with kids. They will enjoy the yummy result.
Ingredients:-
Here’s what you need to create these mouthwatering brown sugar cookies:
- 1 cup (200g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups (300g) packed brown sugar (light or dark, to taste)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins : 1 cup chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or cinnamon
Ingredient Notes:
Brown Sugar: You can use light brown sugar for a lighter flavor or dark brown sugar for a stronger molasses flavor.
Butter: Be sure to let your butter soften but not melt in the packaging for perfect dough consistency.
Eggs: You’ll want to mix the dough evenly by using room-temperature eggs.
Vanilla Extract: This will add an additional level of flavor depth to the cookies.
Flour: Use all-purpose flour for this purpose, but measurement is the key to the perfect texture.
Instructions:-
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking sheet and then line it with parchment paper or silicone mat.
Step 2: Cream butter and sugar
Cream the butter and brown sugar in a big bowl, until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. You can do this by a hand or stand mixer, beating for around 3-4 minutes on a medium speed. The thing is that you should make sure the sugar is completely incorporated into butter; that makes the creamy mixture.
Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after adding each egg. Add the vanilla extract and stir again. At this point, you should have a smooth batter, slightly thick.
Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients
Mix flour, baking soda, and baking powder with salt in another bowl. Gradually add those dry ingredients into the wet mixture in the mixing bowl and mix low-speed till well combined. Remember to not overmix your dough because that is what will make your cookies tough and not soft and chewy.
Step 5: Customize (Optional)
Now is a good time to fold in the chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or cinnamon if you are using any of these ingredients. Of course, entirely optional but absolutely worth it for those who love an extra kick to their cookies.
Step 6: Chill the Dough
For a perfect result, cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This will prevent cookie spread while baking, and will give them a better texture.
Step 7: Shape and Bake
Scoop dough balls onto prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. They’ll spread a little bit as they bake, so don’t overcrowd. Bake at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or when edges are lightly golden. Centers will be a bit underdone, but they firm up as cookies cool.
Cool and Serve:-
Let the cookies sit on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. They stay soft and chewy this way.
Tips for Perfect Soft & Chewy Cookies:-
Don’t Overbake:
The key in getting them chewy is that you never overbake. They should always be soft in the center when taking them out of the oven.
Chill the Dough:
Chilling helps control how much the cookies are going to spread, but also helps with the flavor.
Use Parchment Paper:
Not using parchment paper or a silicone mat on the baking sheet can make your cookies stick to it, and this can affect the even baking. Always make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature when you begin; it will mix everything together.
How to Store Brown Sugar Cookies:
Storage:
Place cooled brown sugar cookies in an airtight container and store them on the room temperature. Cookies will be chewy up to 5 days.
Freezing:
These cookies freeze very well! Free the dough or freeze the baked cookies.
Freezing Dough Roll into balls and put on a baking sheet and freeze. Once frozen you can transfer them to a freezer safe bag or container. You can bake them directly from the freezer; you just need an additional 1-2 minutes to your baking time.
To Freeze Baked Cookies:
Bake the cookies as directed.
Now when completely Cool; you can freeze for up to 3 months in a air tight container or freezer safe bag.
Serve frozen, thawing slightly at room temperature.
Recipe Variations:-
Brown Sugar & Cinnamon Cookies:
Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dough for a warm, spiced flavor.
Brown Sugar Chocolate Chip Cookies:
Fold in 1 cup chocolate chips for chewy cookies with chocolate in every bite.
Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies:
Fold in ¾ cup chopped pecans for nutty crunch.
FAQs
Can I use dark brown sugar instead of light?
Ahah! Dark brown sugar has more molasses, hence flavor. The cookies will still be chewy and soft.
Why are my cookies flat?
The dough was probably not chilled long enough or the baking soda and baking powder are old. Always chill the dough for at least 30 minutes, and make sure your leavening agents are fresh.
Can I prepare these cookies ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the dough ahead and keep it in refrigeration for up to 48 hours before baking it. You can freeze up to 3 months this dough.
Conclusion:-
This is the tastiest chewy soft brown sugar cookie ever. It will come as no surprise if these cookies become family favorites in no time. Whether you make one or all of the variations, these cookies are something irresistible. Happy baking!