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Gluten-Free Brown Sugar Cookies


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  • Author: Stephanie LeRoy
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 20-22 cookies
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

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

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
  2. 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.
  3. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla and mix until well combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  4. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
  5. 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

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll the chilled cookie dough balls in granulated sugar and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet (6 per sheet).
  3. Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers still look slightly soft.
  4. 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.
  5. 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