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Chewy Cookie Without Brown Sugar

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A deliciously chewy cookie made without brown sugar, using white sugar and molasses to achieve the perfect texture and flavor.

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 cup granulated white sugar
2 tablespoons molasses
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the melted and cooled unsalted butter with the granulated white sugar and molasses. Mix well until smooth.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.