Amish Brown Sugar Cookies are a classic treat known for their soft, chewy texture and rich, sweet flavor. Here’s a recipe that captures the essence of these delightful cookies:
Amish Brown Sugar Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (220g) packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for extra flavor)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and optional cinnamon.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Form Cookies:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You can roll them into balls or simply drop spoonfuls of dough.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
These Amish Brown Sugar Cookies are perfect with a glass of milk or a cup of tea. Enjoy their delightful sweetness and chewy texture!
