Description
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter paired with gooey chocolate chips in these decadent Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. Perfectly chewy with a hint of saltiness, these cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- flaky sea salt for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until golden brown and nutty, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Dough: Combine browned butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla in a large bowl. Mix in dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Chill and Bake: Refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Enjoy: Sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- Chilling the dough enhances flavor and texture.
- Try using chopped chocolate for a different texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
