Brown Sugar Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugars together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, until combined. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. Add the vanilla and beat until combined.
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients until combined.
5. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Brown sugar is made up of 98% sucrose, with the remaining 2% composed of molasses.
• Cookies are one of the most popular baked goods in the world.
• The average person eats 35,000 cookies in their lifetime.