Brown Sugar Cookies German
Indulge in the rich, caramel-like sweetness of Brown Sugar Cookies German, a beautifully simple yet irresistibly flavorful take on traditional cookies. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and unsalted butter, but gain their signature depth from the inclusion of only an egg yolk, creating a delightfully tender crumb. With a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar topping for an optional spiced twist, these cookies bake to golden perfection in just 12 minutes. Perfect for sharing or enjoying with your favorite coffee, these German-inspired cookies are as easy to make as they are to love. Whether you're craving a timeless classic or looking for your next batch-ready dessert, these brown sugar cookies embody handmade simplicity at its sweetest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 170 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 180 grams Brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 Egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar together using a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and egg yolk to the butter mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed, and mix until a soft dough forms.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Optional: In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and granulated sugar. Lightly sprinkle this mixture on top of each dough ball for added flavor and texture.
Gently press each dough ball down with the back of a spoon or your fingers to slightly flatten them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. The centers may still look slightly soft, which is fine.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy these delightful, caramel-flavored cookies with a cup of coffee or tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.8 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.3 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 556 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 2448 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 388.8 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 202.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 580 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
