Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe
A chewy and rich brown sugar cookie features a crisp exterior and gooey center, achieved by freezing the dough, making it excellent for standalone enjoyment or as an ice cream sandwich component.
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Instructions
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Line and grease two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Cream butter in a stand mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy for 3 minutes.
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Add 1 1/2 cups brown sugar and cream again on medium-high speed until creamy and fluffy for 3 minutes.
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Mix in the egg and vanilla on medium-low speed until combined.
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Add flour, baking soda, and salt; mix on low speed for 15 seconds until incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
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Roll dough into balls, dip their tops in the remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar, and place sugar-side up on the prepared sheets.
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Freeze the dough balls for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
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When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 F.
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Bake cookies for 10 to 14 minutes until the edges begin to set.
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Cool cookies for a few minutes before transferring to cooling racks.