Easy 3 Ingredient Brown Sugar Cookies
Quick and delicious cookies made with just three simple ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter, softened to room temperature 1 stick
- ½ cup brown sugar Both light and dark brown sugar work
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Works best for this recipe
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the softened salted butter and brown sugar together with a large spoon until it becomes creamy and soft.
- Add the flour and mix again until you no longer see any dry pockets of flour.
- Press the cookie dough into balls that are approximately 2 inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spread out at least 2 inches apart from each other.
- Gently press the tops of the cookies down with the palm of your hand to flatten them a little.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until they are golden around the edges.
- Allow them to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet so they can firm up, then enjoy!
Notes
These cookies are best served warm, right out of the oven, with a glass of milk. For a different flavor, consider adding chocolate chips, nuts, or oatmeal to the dough. To store, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week, or freeze for up to three months.