brown sugar walnut cookies

How to Make Brown Sugar Walnut Cookies: A Complete Guide

Brown sugar walnut cookies are a delightful treat, blending the rich caramel flavor of brown sugar with the crunch of toasted walnuts. Here’s a simple, step-by-step recipe to bake these irresistible cookies at home.

Ingredients:

- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour

- ½ cup (110g) packed brown sugar

- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

- 1 large egg

- 1 tsp vanilla extract

- ½ cup (50g) walnuts, chopped and toasted

- ½ tsp baking soda

- ¼ tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter & Sugar: In a bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

3. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing until just incorporated.

5. Fold in Walnuts: Gently fold in the toasted walnuts.

6. Scoop & Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden at the edges.

7. Cool: Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Tips: For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or chocolate chips. Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy these chewy, nutty cookies with tea or coffee!