For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar. You can also add a pinch of salt to the dry ingredients to enhance the sweetness. The dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Let it come to room temperature before rolling out. These cookies are delicious plain, but you can also decorate them with frosting, sprinkles, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Grandmother's Brown Sugar Cookies
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME0 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS20
These aren't just cookies; they're edible memories! Brown Sugar Cookies offer a warm, molasses-kissed flavor in a tender, endlessly workable dough. Perfect for holiday baking or a cozy afternoon treat, these cookies are sure to become a family favorite.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate47 g
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Cholesterol31 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium59 mg
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Sugar27 g
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Fat8 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. (5 minutes)
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StepIn a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar, shortening, and eggs until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined. (7 minutes)
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StepIn a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. The dough should be soft and pliable. (5 minutes)
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StepOn a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out cookies using your favorite cookie cutters. (10 minutes)
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StepPlace the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between each cookie. (3 minutes)
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StepBake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. (8-10 minutes)
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StepLet the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (15 minutes)
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Elyse Raynor
Jun 13, 2025The best brown sugar cookie recipe I've ever tried. They are soft, chewy, and full of flavor.
Heath Grady
May 27, 2025I made these with my kids, and they had so much fun cutting out the shapes. A new family tradition!
Drake Grant
May 23, 2025These cookies are amazing! The dough was so easy to work with, and they tasted just like the ones my grandmother used to make.