Description
Soft and chewy gluten-free brown sugar cookies with lightly crisp, sugar-coated edges and rich brown sugar and vanilla flavor. These simple, classic cookies are perfect for cozy fall and winter baking or adding to holiday cookie boxes.
Ingredients
COOKIES
2 1/2 cups (370g) gluten-free 1:1 flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
1 1/4 cup (250g) dark brown sugar, lightly packed
1/2 (100g) cup granulated sugar
1 large egg + 1 large yolk, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
PREPARE THE COOKIE DOUGH
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl with an electric hand mixer or in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the softened butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla and mix until well combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
- With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
- Scoop the dough into 2 1/2 tablespoon (45-50g) portions and place on a baking sheet or plate. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
BAKE THE COOKIES
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the chilled cookie dough balls in granulated sugar and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet (6 per sheet).
- Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers still look slightly soft.
- Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, gently swirl the edges with a large roung cookie cutter or a bowl that is slightly larger than the cookies.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5-10 minutes before transferring them to wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4–5 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cookies, Dessert
- Method: Baking