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Brown Sugar Rhubarb Cookies

Brown Sugar Rhubarb Cookies

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Brown Sugar Rhubarb Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of spring with their sweet and tart flavor combination. These cookies feature the rich, caramel notes of brown sugar beautifully balanced by the vibrant tang of rhubarb. Each bite offers a soft, chewy texture that melts in your mouth, making them perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with a cup of tea. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, these cookies are an ode to seasonal baking and create warm memories around your kitchen table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg or 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce as a substitute
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup finely diced rhubarb

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and light brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the egg (or applesauce) and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the diced rhubarb.
  7. Using a cookie dough scoop, portion out dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for two minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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