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Brown Sugar Cookies
A historical dessert from Recipes from here and there (1900). Use enough flour to make soft dough
A historical dessert from Recipes from here and there (1900). Use enough flour to make soft dough
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
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Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Brown sugar's molasses content adds moisture and acidity, which reacts with the baking soda to create lift and a tender crumb. The high ratio of butter to flour creates a rich, shortbread-like texture by coating flour proteins and limiting gluten development. Using both baking soda and baking powder ensures proper rise—the soda reacts immediately with acidic brown sugar while the powder provides additional lift during baking.
The dough can be made up to 3 days ahead, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerated. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months—thaw overnight in the refrigerator before rolling. Baked cookies can be frozen in an airtight container with parchment between layers for up to 2 months.
Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Place a piece of bread in the container to maintain softness—replace the bread every 2-3 days. For longer storage, freeze cookies in a single layer, then transfer to freezer bags.
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The dough can be made up to 3 days ahead, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerated. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months—thaw overnight in the refrigerator before rolling. Baked cookies can be frozen in an airtight container with parchment between layers for up to 2 months.
Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Place a piece of bread in the container to maintain softness—replace the bread every 2-3 days. For longer storage, freeze cookies in a single layer, then transfer to freezer bags.
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