Grandma's Brown Sugar Cookies
Soft, chewy, and irresistibly sweet, Grandma's Brown Sugar Cookies are the ultimate comfort treat that takes you back to the warmth of home baking. Made with a perfect blend of rich brown sugar, creamy butter, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies deliver a caramel-like depth of flavor in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this nostalgic recipe creates a batch of 36 cookies, ideal for sharing or savoring over several days. Key techniques include creaming the butter and sugars for a light, fluffy texture and slightly underbaking for that signature soft center. Pair these classic cookies with a tall glass of milk, and you’ve got an unbeatable dessert or snack. Perfect for cookie lovers, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking simple yet exquisite homemade baking.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
Step 3
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden while the centers remain soft. Avoid overbaking for soft cookies.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2-3 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Serve and enjoy! Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (876.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3398.8 |
| Total Fat 108.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 620mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2318.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 577.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 342.4g | |
| Protein 44.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 370.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 896.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories