Brown Butter Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter
softened
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 2 tbsp corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Directions
- 1
In a small sauce pan, heat your butter on low, stirring constantly until the color of the butter turns a golden brown color and it gives off a nutty aroma.
- 2
Immediately transfer the brown butter to a cool bowl or container to stop the cooking so the butter doesn't burn.
- 3
Allow the butter to sit until close to room temperature and then place in the fridge for approx 30 minutes, or until the butter is back to it’s solid form.
- 4
Once the butter is back to being solid, preheat the oven to 350° F.
- 5
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the brown butter and granulated sugar until light in color and fluffy in texture.
- 6
Scrape the sides of the bowl and add in the egg, canola oil, corn syrup and vanilla extract.
- 7
Mix until well combined.
- 8
Add in the flour, baking soda and salt.
- 9
Mix until a soft dough comes together.Use a cookie scoop to portion out the cookie dough. For small cookies, use 1 1/2 tbsp of dough (#40 scoop) and for larger cookies use 3 tbsp of dough (#24 scoop).
- 10
Arrange on a cookie sheet.Bake at 350° F until the cookies spread slightly and expand. For the small cookies, about 7-9 minutes. For the larger cookies, for 9-11 minutes.
- 11
Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack.
Brown Butter Sugar Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving a cookie that’s more than just sweet? These Brown Butter Sugar Cookies bring a sophisticated depth to a classic treat, combining everything you love about soft, chewy sugar cookies with the irresistible nutty notes of browned butter. You’re in for a truly delightful baking experience.
What makes these cookies so special is the clever marriage of two beloved cookie types. By incorporating brown butter into a drop sugar cookie, this recipe elevates the flavor profile, transforming a simple sweet into something complex and utterly addictive. The addition of canola oil and corn syrup also plays a role in achieving that sought-after soft and chewy texture, ensuring each bite is perfectly tender.
Expect a cookie with a rich, caramelized aroma that fills your kitchen. Visually, they’ll have a lovely golden hue, hinting at the browned butter within. The flavor is a harmonious blend of sweet vanilla and deep, toasty butterscotch notes, while the texture is wonderfully soft in the center with just the right amount of chew at the edges. These aren't just any sugar cookies; they are an elevated comfort food, designed for maximum enjoyment.
Customization is simple here. While the brown butter is key, you could experiment with adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the flour for a warm spice variation. For a different finish, try rolling the dough in a mixture of granulated sugar and a touch of turbinado sugar before baking for an extra sparkle and slight crunch. Don't have vanilla extract? Almond extract could offer a distinctly different, yet equally delicious, flavor profile.
These Brown Butter Sugar Cookies are perfect for any occasion, from a casual afternoon snack to a sophisticated dessert spread. They pair beautifully with a glass of milk, a cup of coffee, or even a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for an indulgent treat.