Cinnamon Brown Butter Cookies Recipe
Delight in the rich, nutty flavor of these Cinnamon Brown Butter Cookies. Featuring browned butter for a deep, toasted aroma, combined with warm cinnamon spice, these cookies bake to a perfect lightly crisp texture that’s both chewy and buttery.
- Author: Mick
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (to be browned)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, swirling frequently until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg with the sugar and vanilla extract. Gradually whisk in the cooled brown butter until well incorporated.
- Form the Dough: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until combined and a dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly crisp and golden but the centers remain soft.
- Cool the Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure the brown butter cools slightly to prevent cooking the egg when mixing.
- You can add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth if desired.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For extra cinnamon flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top before baking.
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