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Indulgent Irresistible Brown Butter Sugar Cookies Recipe

Irresistible Brown Butter Sugar Cookies are soft, melt-in-your-mouth delights with a rich, nutty flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Dessert
Keyword: baking, Cookies, Dessert, Holiday Baking, Irresistible Brown Butter Sugar Cookies, sweet treats
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 13 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 120kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Browned to enhance nutty notes.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds caramel flavor.
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Spoon and level for measurement.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps cookies rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.

Optional Toppings

  • 1/4 cup Sprinkles/Nonpareils For extra flair.

Instructions

Brown Butter and Prepare Dough

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter, stirring frequently, until golden brown and nutty-smelling, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat the cooled brown butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until smooth and creamy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Scoop the dough into tablespoon-sized balls, optionally dip in sprinkles, and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Baking

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Place the chilled cookie dough balls on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 12-13 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
  • Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

For an extra special treat, drizzle with chocolate glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1.5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg