Brown Sugar Cut-Out Cookies
Soft and chewy cut-out cookies with a warm brown sugar flavor, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp almond extract (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
For the Decorations (Optional):
- Royal icing or melted chocolate
- Food coloring
- Sprinkles
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cookie Dough
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using), and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Chill the Dough
- Divide the dough in half, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 3: Roll & Cut Shapes
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼-inch thickness and cut out shapes using cookie cutters.
Step 4: Bake
- Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating.
Step 5: Decorate (Optional)
- Use royal icing, melted chocolate, or sprinkles to decorate your cookies.
- Let the icing set before serving or storing.
Notes
- For a deeper molasses flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
- Make sure the dough is well-chilled before rolling to prevent spreading.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.