Best 8 Golden Brown Sugar Cookies Recipes

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If you're looking for a simple and delicious recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth, golden brown sugar cookies are the perfect treat. These classic cookies are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with a rich, buttery flavor and a hint of molasses. With just a few basic ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily create a batch of these delectable cookies that will be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



Brown Sugar Cookies image

These are really tasty. The flavor is even stronger if you let them sit after baking them overnight!

Provided by Noelle Hall

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat brown sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl. Stir flour mixture into butter mixture until dough is fully combined.
  • Pour confectioners' sugar onto a large plate. Spoon dough, 1 1/2 teaspoons per cookie, onto confectioners' sugar and roll to coat. Arrange coated dough on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, 12 to 14 minutes. Cool cookies on baking pan for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 29.5 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

GOLDEN BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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A delicious blend of oats, brown sugar, and syrup. this cookie is one of my families favorites and its very, very, easy.

Provided by 871571

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 6-10 cookies, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
1/4-1/3 cup oats
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 egg
1 tablespoon milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4-1/3 cup light sugar syrup

Steps:

  • pre-heat oven to: 350.
  • Combine all of the dry ingredients in one bowl and all of the wet ingredients in another. Once there all combined pour the wet ingredients in the dry. mix until well formed.
  • Form small balls and place on a well buttered cookie sheet.
  • Cook for 12-17 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.4, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 50.9, Sodium 188.5, Carbohydrate 71, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 44.3, Protein 5

BAKERY-STYLE GOLDEN BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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Thick, chewy, buttery brown sugar cookies - just like something you would find at the most indulgent bakery.

Provided by Liv B

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup vegan butter (I used Becel Sticks)
1 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup non-dairy milk (like almond or soy)
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp cornstarch
pinch of salt (about 1/4 tsp)
70g (1 average size bar) of vegan white chocolate, chopped (I used this one)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream together vegan butter and brown sugar. Add almond milk and vanilla and stir to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cornstarch and salt.
  • Add dry mixture to wet in two parts, stirring to form a dough. Add chocolate and stir to combine.
  • Use about 3 tbsp of dough per cookie and roll into balls, placing on a cookie sheet. Bake 13-14 minutes or until golden brown and starting to crack on top. Let cool a few minutes before devouring!

SMASHED SUGAR COOKIES



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We love the imperfection of these festive smashed cookies. The addition of two eggs gives the centers a tender and soft texture, while the crinkled edges get ever so slightly golden and crisp. Top with a simple confectioner's sugar glaze for a holiday treat perfect for a cookie tin.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 18 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, cubed, at room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting if needed (see Cook's Note)
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup red, green and white sprinkles, such as Jimmies
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon whole milk

Steps:

  • Beat the granulated sugar and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the vanilla and eggs, then continue to mix until incorporated (it's ok if the mixture looks slightly curdled). Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl until evenly combined. Reduce the mixer to medium low, then slowly add the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
  • Divide the dough into 18 portions (about 2 1/2 tablespoons each), then roll between the palms of your hands into uniform balls; place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Pour the sprinkles into a shallow bowl or baking dish. Roll the dough balls in the sprinkles until completely coated, then return to the baking sheet. Refrigerate until firm and chilled through, about 1 hour.
  • Position oven racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line one additional baking sheet with parchment.
  • Place 9 chilled dough balls on each prepared baking sheet. Using a 1/3-cup measuring cup, smash the dough balls down until the edges are starting to crack and they are 3 to 3 1/2 inches wide (leave about 1/2 inch of space between each smashed cookie). If the dough starts to stick to the bottom of the measuring cup, dust with a little flour and continue smashing.
  • Bake, rotating the baking sheets halfway through, until the cookies puff slightly, the centers are still soft and the bottoms are just golden brown, 14 to 17 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Once the cookies have cooled, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth and combined (it should be thick but pourable). Transfer to a small piping bag or resealable bag, snip the tip and drizzle over the cookies. Alternatively, use a spoon to drizzle over the cookies. Return to the wire rack to set completely, about 30 minutes. The cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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These cookies have a warm toffee note from the brown sugar. Add spices like cinnamon, ginger or nutmeg for another variation.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 3h55m

Yield about 30 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, at room temperature
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup meringue powder
Food coloring, optional
Decorating sugar, for topping, optional
Sprinkles, for topping, optional

Steps:

  • For the cookies: Whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl.
  • Beat the brown sugar and butter with an electric mixer on medium speed in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes; beat in the egg, then the vanilla. Add the flour mixture and mix on medium-low speed until completely incorporated. Divide the dough in half, pat into 2 discs about 1/4 inch thick, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour and up to overnight.
  • Position oven racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Let the dough sit at room temperature for a few minutes to make rolling easier. Roll out 1 disc of dough at a time between 2 pieces of parchment paper until 1/8 inch thick. Cut out shapes with the cookie cutters and arrange about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake until the cookies are golden brown on the bottom, 10 to 12 minutes. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets until firm enough to transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely.
  • Gently gather any scraps into a ball and press into a disc; wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate the disc until firm enough to roll, about 1 hour. Cut out as many cookies as possible and bake.
  • For the royal icing: Beat the confectioners' sugar, meringue powder and 1/3 cup water with an electric mixer in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. Beat in the food coloring if using. (The icing can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.)
  • Decorate the cookies with the icing; top with decorating sugar and sprinkles if using.

CINNAMON SUGAR BUTTER COOKIES II



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This recipe is meant to mimic a Mrs. Fields cookie - for those times you can't get to the mall cookie shop!

Provided by DARBYANNE

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 cup dark brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
1 cup butter, softened
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Combine the 3 tablespoons white sugar and the cinnamon in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Blend dark brown sugar and white sugar in a large bowl with mixer on medium speed. Add butter and blend until grainy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until light and fluffy.
  • Whisk flour, baking soda and salt together in a separate bowl. Add to sugar mixture, mixing at low speed just long enough to combine. Overmixing makes tough cookies!
  • Roll dough into 1inch balls, then roll each ball into cinnamon-sugar to coat. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheets and bake at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) for 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from sheets and let cool on racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 169 mg, Sugar 19.7 g

GRANDMA'S SUGAR COOKIES



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This is one of my great-grandmother's recipes that I received years ago from one of my great-aunts. We bake these cookies for holidays and other special occasions. -Kristy Deloach, Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 6 dozen 2-1/2-inch cookies or 1-1/2 dozen 4-1/4-inch cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
ICING:
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 to 2/3 cup evaporated milk
Assorted food coloring and decorations of your choice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the sugar, butter, vanilla and salt. Add eggs and mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture. Chill until firm, about 1 hour., On a floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut shapes with cookie cutters; place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 7-12 minutes (depending on size) or until light golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, extract and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Tint with food coloring. Decorate cookies as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

THE SOFTEST SUGAR COOKIES EVER RECIPE BY TASTY



The Softest Sugar Cookies Ever Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, egg, sour cream, vanilla extract, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, milk, food coloring, sprinkles

Provided by Julie Klink

Categories     Desserts

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 egg
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
food coloring, for decorating
sprinkles, for decorating

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt to combine.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together with an electric hand mixer until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated. Add the sour cream and vanilla and mix until creamy. Add the flour mixture, a third at a time, until fully combined.
  • Lightly flour a work surface and turn out the dough. Press the dough together into a disc and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat the oven to 300˚F (150˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Remove the plastic wrap from the dough and lightly flour a work surface. Roll out the dough to about ½-inch thick. Cut out circles using a glass or cookie cutter.
  • Transfer the cookies to the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch in between cookies. Bake for 8 minutes, until the cookie bottoms are golden brown and the tops are pale. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack.
  • Make the frosting: in a large bowl, beat the butter with an electric hand mixer until fluffy. Sift in the powdered sugar and mix until incorporated. Add the milk and continue to beat until the frosting is smooth and velvety. Add food coloring, if desired.
  • Frost the cooled cookies and decorate as you wish.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 16 grams

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect chewy texture, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will incorporate air into the mixture, resulting in a cookie that is soft and tender.
  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. This means using real butter, pure vanilla extract, and fresh eggs.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies at a high temperature for a short amount of time. This will give them a crispy exterior and a chewy interior.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting or decorating them. This will help them set and prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Golden brown sugar cookies are a delicious and classic treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a holiday party, a bake sale, or just a simple snack. With a few simple tips, you can make golden brown sugar cookies that are sure to impress your friends and family.

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