Cinnamon Sugar Butter Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• Plain flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
• Softened butter: 1 cup (226 grams)
• Light brown sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
• Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
• Egg: 1 large (50 grams)
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• White sugar for rolling: ½ cup (100 grams)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and light brown sugar until smooth.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Gradually add the flour and cinnamon, mixing well after each addition.
5. Roll the dough into small balls and roll in white sugar.
6. Arrange the cookies on a baking sheet and flatten slightly.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
8. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Each cookie contains approximately 250 calories.
• Fat: 14 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Protein: 3 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• The cookies have a crispy exterior and a soft, buttery interior.
• The combination of cinnamon and sugar gives them a sweet and spicy flavor that is popular in American cuisine.
• The cookies are easy to make and can be customized with different flavors and toppings.

User Comments:

• "These cookies are delicious! The perfect balance of sweet and spicy." - John Doe, New York
• "My family loved these cookies. The texture was perfect - crispy on the outside, soft on the inside." - Jane Smith, California
• "These cookies are a great way to introduce cinnamon into a dessert. The sugar adds a nice sweet touch." - Michael Johnson, Texas

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use softened butter, not melted, for the best texture in the cookies.
• Roll the cookies in white sugar to add a sweet and crunchy exterior.
• Bake the cookies until the edges are lightly browned, but be careful not to overbake them or they will become hard.