Best 6 Grandmothers Brown Sugar Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable nostalgia of Grandmothers Brown Sugar Cookies, a timeless classic that evokes memories of warmth and comfort. With their chewy texture, crisp edges, and rich brown sugar flavor, these cookies are a true testament to the enduring charm of traditional baking. Whether you're seeking a comforting treat to savor on cozy afternoons or a heartfelt gift to share with loved ones, embark on a journey to discover the perfect recipe for Grandmothers Brown Sugar Cookies, where every bite holds a story of love and tradition.

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GRANDMOTHER'S BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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Roll and cut cookies, a real easy to work with dough. Can be rolled again and again. Makes lots of cookies!

Provided by Pat Melcher

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups packed brown sugar
¾ cup shortening
¾ teaspoon cream of tartar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cream together the sugar, shortening and eggs. Add vanilla and mix well.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Add to brown sugar mixture and stir until it is a soft dough.
  • Roll out, cut with cookie cutters and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 59.3 mg, Sugar 26.8 g

GRANDMA MINNIE'S OLD FASHIONED SUGAR COOKIES



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This is my great-grandmother's sugar cookie recipe.

Provided by Jessica McDonald

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Yield 78

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
1 cup butter
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) .
  • Over a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, sugar. Cut in butter and blend with a pastry blender until mixture resembles cornmeal. Stir in lightly beaten egg, cream, and vanilla. Blend well. Dough may be chilled, if desired.
  • On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Sprinkle with sugar; cut into desired shapes. Transfer to ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake for 6 to 8 minutes, or until delicately brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 9.4 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 39.8 mg, Sugar 2.6 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.

GRANDMA'S BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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I get stuck in a rut of making chocolate chip cookies. This is a unique cookie recipe from my grandmother.

Provided by melijohns

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 36 cookies, 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 egg
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
raw sugar, for dipping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350^.
  • Cream butter and brown sugar.
  • Add egg, flour, and baking soda.
  • Shape into small balls and place on cookie sheet.
  • Using a small glass with a decorative bottom, dip bottom into a cup of water, then into raw cane sugar. Press down on cookie dough to flatten cookie.
  • Bake 10-12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.9, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 18.7, Sodium 83.4, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 0.9

GRANDMA'S SUGAR COOKIES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 36m

Yield A few dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup margarine
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Cream margarine and sugar. Add milk, egg, and vanilla and stir well. Add flour and baking powder. Chill. On well-floured board, roll out and cut into shapes. Put onto greased baking sheet and sprinkle with sugar or decorate with sprinkles. Bake for 5 minutes. Cool on racks.

GRANDMOTHER'S SUGAR COOKIES



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Make and share this Grandmother's Sugar Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kristun999

Categories     Dessert

Time 18m

Yield 45 cookies, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup Crisco shortening
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
3 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Cream Crisco and sugar.
  • Add eggs and vanilla.
  • Mix in dry ingredients.
  • Touch dough with your finger. If any dough sticks to your finger, add flour a little at a time until when you touch the dough, none comes off on your finger.
  • On a lightly floured linen towel, roll out dough to between 1/8 and 1/4-inch thick.
  • bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges of cookies BEGIN to turn golden brown.
  • Let cool on cookie sheet.
  • Decorate as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.4, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 21.1, Sodium 218.2, Carbohydrate 26.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 10.1, Protein 2.9

Tips:

  • For chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have a stand mixer, you can cream the butter and sugar together with a hand mixer or a wooden spoon.
  • Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are just starting to brown.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

These brown sugar cookies are a classic for a reason. They're soft, chewy, and full of flavor. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, they're perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you're making them for a special occasion or just as a sweet treat, these cookies are sure to be a hit.

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