Easy 3 Ingredient Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe
These Easy 3 Ingredient Brown Sugar Cookies are a simple and delightful treat made with just butter, brown sugar, and flour. They are soft, chewy, and have a rich caramel flavor thanks to the brown sugar, making them perfect for a quick homemade cookie fix.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter (softened to room temperature, 1 stick)
- ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark brown sugar works)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened salted butter and brown sugar. Use a large spoon to mix until the mixture becomes creamy and soft, ensuring smooth incorporation.
- Add flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter and sugar mixture. Stir until the dough forms and there are no visible dry pockets of flour.
- Shape cookies: Roll the cookie dough into balls approximately 2 inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them at least 2 inches apart to allow for expansion during baking.
- Flatten cookies: Gently press the tops of each dough ball down slightly with the palm of your hand to flatten the cookies a little for even baking.
- Bake cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes so they can firm up before enjoying.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is fully softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- You can use either light or dark brown sugar depending on the flavor intensity you prefer.
- Don’t overbake to keep the cookies soft and chewy inside.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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