Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe
Soft and chewy brown sugar cookies with crisp edges and a rich, caramel-like flavor, rolled in sugar for the perfect crackly finish.
Servings 18 cookies
Calories 202kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups brown sugar packed
- 1 cup butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons real vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup white sugar for rolling
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Add half of the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix well. Add the remaining half and mix until combined. The dough will be slightly crumbly.
- Cover and chill the dough for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop 2–3 tablespoons of dough and press into balls. Roll each ball in white sugar to lightly coat.
- Place cookies about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the edges are set and lightly golden. If desired, gently press the tops down with the back of a spatula while warm.
- Allow cookies to cool for several minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Recipe Notes
- Do not skip chilling — it helps control spreading.
- Slightly underbake for a softer, chewier center.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Dough balls (unrolled) can be frozen and baked from frozen — add 1–2 minutes to bake time.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 202kcal