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Buttery Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cookies

Warm, tender cookies with a rich butter base and a cozy hit of cinnamon, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Optional: coarse sugar for rolling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Portion tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Optionally, roll in coarse sugar.
  7. Arrange the dough balls on baking sheets, spacing well.
  8. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly underbaked.
  9. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For chewier cookies, refrigerate the dough prior to baking. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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Keywords: cookies, dessert, cinnamon, brown sugar, holiday baking