Best 6 Simple Brown Sugar Cookie Recipes

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Embark on a delightful baking journey with our collection of brown sugar cookie recipes, offering a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic chewy edges and soft centers of our traditional brown sugar cookies to the gooey, caramel-like filling of our brown sugar stuffed cookies, each recipe promises a unique and unforgettable experience.

Indulge in the simplicity of our basic brown sugar cookies, perfect for those seeking a timeless treat. For a touch of sophistication, try our brown sugar cookies with toffee bits, where the crunch of toffee mingles harmoniously with the rich cookie dough. If you're a fan of chewy cookies, our brown sugar chocolate chip cookies are a must-try, combining the irresistible flavors of chocolate and brown sugar in a delectable bite.

For those with a sweet tooth, our brown sugar stuffed cookies are a true delight. Picture a soft and chewy cookie enveloping a gooey, caramel-like filling that bursts with flavor in every bite. And for a festive twist, whip up a batch of our brown sugar Christmas cookies, decorated with colorful sprinkles and drizzled with sweet icing, sure to bring joy to your holiday celebrations.

No matter your taste preferences, our brown sugar cookie recipes have something for everyone. Prepare to indulge in the ultimate cookie experience, where each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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This recipe comes from "A Collection Of The Very Finest Recipes Ever Assembled Into One Cookbook". From 1979. These are amazing cookies. I love sugar cookies, and was skeptical when I saw this recipe, but I thought I'd give it the benefit of the doubt, and just let me say, they are WONDERFUL. *NOTE*: Use fork tines dipped in brown sugar to form. It leaves a nice light "crust" if you will on top.

Provided by crazycookinmama

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 36-42 Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup shortening (we use margarine)
2 cups light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs, water and vanilla.
  • Sift dry ingredients and mix well.
  • We take little balls of dough and mash down with fork; or you can roll it out and cut with cookie cutter.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes at 350°.
  • A vanilla or caramel icing is good; or sprinkle brown sugar or coconut on top before baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 127.4, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 11.9, Protein 1.6

EASY BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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These Easy Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies are made with plenty of brown sugar for a soft and chewy cookie that's a delicious spin on the classic!

Provided by Lindsay

Categories     Dessert

Time 39m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups (325g) all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup (168g) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups (337g) light brown sugar
1 egg
1 egg yolk
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup coarse sugar (additional for rolling)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside. 2
  • . Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cornstarch and salt in a medium sized bowl and set aside.
  • . Cream the butter and brown sugar together in a large mixer bowl on medium speed until light in color and fluffy. You should be able to see the change in color and texture happen and know it's ready. 4.
  • Add the egg and mix until well combined. 5.
  • Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract and mix until well combined. 6.
  • Add the dry ingredients and mix until the dough comes together and is combined. Do not over mix. 7.
  • Create 1 1/2 tablespoon sized balls of cookie dough. Gently roll into a ball, then roll each ball in the additional sugar to coat. Set the balls on the baking sheet. 8.
  • Bake cookies for 7-9 minutes. The cookies will spread and the centers will look soft, but should look done. Remove just before the edges begin to turn golden. Don't over bake. 9. R
  • move from the oven and allow to cool on baking sheets for 4-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1, Calories 139 calories, Sugar 10.8 g, Sodium 99.6 mg, Fat 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.7 g, Cholesterol 28.3 mg

BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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These cookies have a warm toffee note from the brown sugar. Add spices like cinnamon, ginger or nutmeg for another variation.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 3h55m

Yield about 30 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, at room temperature
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup meringue powder
Food coloring, optional
Decorating sugar, for topping, optional
Sprinkles, for topping, optional

Steps:

  • For the cookies: Whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl.
  • Beat the brown sugar and butter with an electric mixer on medium speed in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes; beat in the egg, then the vanilla. Add the flour mixture and mix on medium-low speed until completely incorporated. Divide the dough in half, pat into 2 discs about 1/4 inch thick, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour and up to overnight.
  • Position oven racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Let the dough sit at room temperature for a few minutes to make rolling easier. Roll out 1 disc of dough at a time between 2 pieces of parchment paper until 1/8 inch thick. Cut out shapes with the cookie cutters and arrange about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake until the cookies are golden brown on the bottom, 10 to 12 minutes. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets until firm enough to transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely.
  • Gently gather any scraps into a ball and press into a disc; wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate the disc until firm enough to roll, about 1 hour. Cut out as many cookies as possible and bake.
  • For the royal icing: Beat the confectioners' sugar, meringue powder and 1/3 cup water with an electric mixer in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. Beat in the food coloring if using. (The icing can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.)
  • Decorate the cookies with the icing; top with decorating sugar and sprinkles if using.

BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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These buttery cookies are a soft, chewy treat for any cookie lover. To bake this yummy recipe, you'll need butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, flour and pecans. For a twist, try adding chocolate chips and coconut flakes.

Provided by Paula Deen

Categories     baking     dessert     sweets

Time 30m

Yield 4 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup at room temperature butter
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 eggs
2 cups self rising flour
2 cups chopped walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • Pre-heat the oven to 375 °F.
  • In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar, then beat in the vanilla. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well. Add the flour 1/2 cup at a time, continuing to beat. Stir in the nuts.
  • Drop the dough by heaping tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Variation: For variety, you may want to add chocolate chips or coconut flakes. Sometimes I add both, depending on my mood.

SUGAR COOKIES



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Get Alton Brown's simple Sugar Cookies recipe from Good Eats on Food Network, the perfect base for frosting, sprinkles and other sweet decorations.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 2h24m

Yield about 3 dozen-2 1/2 inch

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon milk
Powdered sugar, for rolling out dough

Steps:

  • Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. Place butter and sugar in large bowl of electric stand mixer and beat until light in color. Add egg and milk and beat to combine. Put mixer on low speed, gradually add flour, and beat until mixture pulls away from the side of the bowl. Divide the dough in half, wrap in waxed paper, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle surface where you will roll out dough with powdered sugar. Remove 1 wrapped pack of dough from refrigerator at a time, sprinkle rolling pin with powdered sugar, and roll out dough to 1/4-inch thick. Move the dough around and check underneath frequently to make sure it is not sticking. If dough has warmed during rolling, place cold cookie sheet on top for 10 minutes to chill. Cut into desired shape, place at least 1-inch apart on greased baking sheet, parchment, or silicone baking mat, and bake for 7 to 9 minutes or until cookies are just beginning to turn brown around the edges, rotating cookie sheet halfway through baking time. Let sit on baking sheet for 2 minutes after removal from oven and then move to complete cooling on wire rack. Serve as is or ice as desired. Store in airtight container for up to 1 week.

BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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These are really tasty. The flavor is even stronger if you let them sit after baking them overnight!

Provided by Noelle Hall

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat brown sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl. Stir flour mixture into butter mixture until dough is fully combined.
  • Pour confectioners' sugar onto a large plate. Spoon dough, 1 1/2 teaspoons per cookie, onto confectioners' sugar and roll to coat. Arrange coated dough on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, 12 to 14 minutes. Cool cookies on baking pan for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 29.5 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your cookies will taste. Look for unsalted butter, pure vanilla extract, and brown sugar that is soft and moist.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the dough, making the cookies light and airy.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the cookies at the correct temperature: The ideal temperature for baking brown sugar cookies is 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Don't overbake the cookies: Overbaked cookies will be dry and crumbly. Bake the cookies just until the edges are golden brown.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Brown sugar cookies are a classic treat that's perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a hit with people of all ages. Whether you're baking them for a special occasion or just for a weekday snack, these brown sugar cookies are sure to be a hit.

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