Brown Sugar Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the rack is in the center position. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This incorporates air and creates a tender cookie. (3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent and salt. (1 minute)

Recipe View 3 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies. (2-3 minutes)

Recipe View 0 mins Pour the confectioners' sugar onto a large plate or shallow bowl.

Recipe View 10 mins Using a spoon or cookie scoop, portion out rounded teaspoons (about 1 1/2 teaspoons) of dough. Roll each portion in the confectioners' sugar, ensuring it's fully coated. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Place the coated dough balls onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 14 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the centers are set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool. (12-14 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (2 minutes)