Cookies without Chocolate Chips

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Soft, chewy Cookies without Chocolate Chips are like your favorite chocolate chip cookies without chocolate chips. These soft brown sugar cookies are a fast, easy cookie recipe you can enjoy plain or add your favorite mix-ins.

Prep Time10

Cook Time11

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 176kcal

Author: Cara Lanz

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar dark brown sugar or light brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugars on medium-high until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients and mix on low just until combined—do not overmix. Cover and chill dough for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Let dough sit at room temperature 5–10 minutes until soft enough to scoop. Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon portions and shape into tall mounds. Place cookie dough balls onto prepared baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
Bake 9–11 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers look set but slightly soft. Cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Instead of whisking the dry ingredients in a separate bowl, sift them in with a large mesh strainer.
If desired, sprinkle a little sea salt on top of the dough balls before baking.
If your cookies spread, try chilling the dough a little longer or mixing in another tablespoon or two of flour.
For thicker cookies, shape the dough into "tall" cookie dough balls.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze cookies in a sealed bag for up to 3 months—thaw at room temperature before enjoying.

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