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Cinnamon Brown Butter Cookies Recipe

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These Cinnamon Brown Butter Cookies are rich, aromatic, and delightfully soft with a crisp edge. The brown butter adds a deep, nutty flavor that perfectly complements the warming cinnamon, making these cookies an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Sugars

  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook it until it turns golden and develops a nutty aroma, careful not to burn. This step enhances the depth of flavor.
  2. Combine Sugars and Butter: In a mixing bowl, whisk the warm browned butter together with light brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly until the batter becomes glossy and slightly fluffy.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid tough cookies.
  5. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes. Chilling helps the flavors meld and keeps the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
  6. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats for an even bake and easy cleanup.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Using a tablespoon, scoop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes or until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft and chewy.

Notes

  • For a crunchier cookie, bake for an additional 1-2 minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • Chilling the dough longer, up to overnight, enhances the flavors.
  • You can substitute ground nutmeg or cloves along with the cinnamon for a spiced variation.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Use unsalted butter to better control the saltiness of the cookies.

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