Grandmothers Brown Sugar Cookies

These classic Grandmother’s Brown Sugar Cookies are a nostalgic treat that will transport you back to a simpler time.

Soft, chewy, and infused with the warmth of brown sugar, these sweet treats are a staple of childhood memories, perfect for snuggling up with a glass of cold milk on a cozy afternoon.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• Colored sugar or sprinkles for decoration (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the baking soda and salt.

Set aside. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

Gradually mix in the flour and the baking soda mixture until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Cut into desired shapes using a cookie cutter. Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, decorate with colored sugar or sprinkles once the cookies are completely cool.

That’s it! You should now have 4 delicious Grandmother’s Brown Sugar Cookies ready to be devoured.

Notes

Make sure to use room temperature butter for the best results, as this will help the sugar and butter cream together smoothly.

If you’re using a darker brown sugar, your cookies will have a richer flavor, so feel free to experiment with different types of brown sugar.

Don’t overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies.

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes, but you can also chill it for up to 2 days or even freeze it for up to 2 months if you want to bake the cookies at a later time.

Use a variety of cookie cutters to make the cookies more fun and playful.

Keep an eye on the cookies while they’re baking, as the baking time may vary depending on the size and shape of your cookies.

These cookies will be soft and chewy on the inside and crispy on the outside, so if you prefer a crisper cookie, just bake them for a minute or two longer.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 220
• Total Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 100mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 29g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 12g
• Protein: 2g