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Brown Sugar Rhubarb Cookies

Brown Sugar Rhubarb Cookies

These soft and chewy cookies feature the deep, caramel-like sweetness of brown sugar perfectly balanced by the bright, tart snap of fresh rhubarb.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1.5 cups fresh rhubarb

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating well until smooth.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the finely diced rhubarb by hand using a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are set.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For the best texture, ensure the rhubarb is diced into very small pieces (about 1/4 inch) so they soften properly during the short bake time.
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