Description
Cinnamon Brown Butter Cookies are a delightful fusion of rich, nutty brown butter and warm cinnamon, resulting in soft, chewy cookies with perfectly crisp edges. Each bite evokes the comforting memories of family gatherings, making them ideal for sharing or savoring solo. With their irresistible aroma and flavor, these cookies are bound to elevate any occasion to a celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until golden brown with a nutty aroma. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix the browned butter with granulated and brown sugars until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg