Description
These Gluten-Free Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies are incredibly soft, perfectly sweet, and boast a delightful chewy texture, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (200g) gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) salt
- 1/2 cup (85g) chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour blend, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
- Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Gluten-Free Flour: Use a blend with xanthan gum for best results.
- Butter Temperature: Ensure butter is truly softened, not melted.
- Don’t Overmix: Mix only until just combined to keep cookies tender.
- Chilling Dough: Optional, but a short chill can improve texture and prevent spreading.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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