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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Butter Cookies

These Brown Sugar Cinnamon Butter Cookies are quick and easy to make, perfect for any occasion, and filled with cozy flavors of brown sugar and cinnamon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use unsalted butter for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed Brown sugar adds moisture and rich flavor.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon Gives a warm flavor.
  • 1/2 cup additional sugar for rolling For rolling the cookie dough balls.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Roll about 1 tablespoon of dough into a ball and then roll it in the extra sugar.
  7. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them a couple of inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Serving
  1. Serve warm with a glass of milk.

Notes

Cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or frozen for longer shelf life. Consider adding a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.