Softbatch Cookie Butter Brown Sugar (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 225 grams unsalted butter, softened
02 - 200 grams brown sugar, packed
03 - 100 grams granulated sugar
04 - 130 grams cookie butter (speculoos spread)
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 5 milliliters vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

07 - 375 grams all-purpose flour
08 - 5 grams baking soda
09 - 2.5 grams salt
10 - 170 grams chocolate chips (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
02 - Using an electric mixer, blend the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cookie butter in a large mixing bowl for 3-4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
03 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
05 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently fold in chocolate chips if using.
06 - Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded dough balls onto prepared trays, spacing them 5 centimeters apart.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and centers remain slightly soft.
08 - Let cookies cool on the trays for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
09 - Enjoy warm or at room temperature with your beverage of choice.

# Notes:

01 - Do not overbake to preserve a soft, chewy texture.