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Hey there, cookie lovers!
The holiday season is here, and you know what that means—it’s cookie time!
Today, I’m excited to share my go-to recipe for Christmas cookies with brown sugar.
They’re soft, chewy, and just the right amount of sweet.
Trust me, these will fill your home with the best holiday vibes.
Let’s get our bake on and spread some cheer!
Preparation Time | 15-20 minutes |
Cooking Time | 10-12 minutes |
Total Time | 25-32 minutes |
Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups plain flour, plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1/2 teaspoon almond essence
- 1 cup sifted icing sugar
- 2–3 teaspoons milk (any type)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla essence
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Dry Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to avoid sticking.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt until well combined.
Set this mixture aside for later use.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar together on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which should take about 2 minutes.
This step is crucial for achieving the desired cookie texture.
Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
To the butter and sugar mixture, add 1 egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract.
Beat on medium speed until everything is fully combined, making sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure all ingredients are mixed evenly.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet butter mixture, beating on low speed until just combined.
Be careful not to over-mix the dough to maintain the cookie’s tender texture.
Step 5: Roll and Cut the Dough
Form the dough into a ball and place it on a lightly floured surface.
Using a floured rolling pin, roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thick.
Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes from the rolled dough, re-rolling the scraps as necessary.
Transfer the cut cookies to the prepared baking sheet.
Step 6: Bake the Cookies
Place the baking sheet with the cut cookies into the preheated oven.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your homemade cookies!