Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of these Browned Butter Walnut Chocolate Chunk Cookies. The nutty aroma of browned butter complements the crunch of walnuts and the sweetness of chocolate chunks, making these cookies a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed 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 baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown with a nutty aroma. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Dough: Whisk together browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients, then add to wet mixture. Fold in walnuts and chocolate chunks.
- Chill and Bake: Cover dough and chill for at least 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto lined sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Toast walnuts for extra flavor.
- Use a mix of milk and dark chocolate chunks for variety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
