Ingredients
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- 1 cup Unsalted Butter (Brown the butter for flavor)
- 1 cup Brown Sugar (Light or dark sugar can be used)
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (For added sweetness)
- 1 Large Egg (Room temperature for best results)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Enhances flavor)
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Measure accurately for best results)
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda (For leavening)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Enhances sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon (Can adjust to taste)
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar (For glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty.
- Mix sugars in a bowl, then add the browned butter and mix well.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Combine dry ingredients in another bowl, then gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar with a little water until desired consistency and drizzle over cooled cookies.
Notes
Ensure butter is browned properly for a nutty flavor. Use room temperature eggs and measure flour accurately for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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