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Buttery Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cookies

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These Buttery Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cookies are soft, chewy, warmly spiced, and deeply flavorful. With a rich base of brown sugar, warm cinnamon spice, and a hint of nutmeg, these cookies are perfect for the holidays or cozy evenings at home. Rolled in sugar before baking, they have crisp edges and tender centers — irresistible and easy to make!

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

Wet Ingredients:

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar

1 large egg, room temperature

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Rolling Sugar:

1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.

  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.

  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract. Beat until fully incorporated.

  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.

  6. Scoop out tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll them into 1-inch balls.

  7. Roll each ball in the granulated sugar until coated evenly.

  8. Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.

  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look just set. Do not overbake.

  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Butter Tip: Use softened, not melted, butter for the best texture.

  • Spice Adjustments: Add more cinnamon or substitute nutmeg with cardamom for a twist.

  • Chill Dough (Optional): For a thicker cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.

  • Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

  • Freezing: Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen with an extra 1–2 minutes of baking time.

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