Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
These warm, chewy cookies elevate the classic chocolate chip experience with a rich, nutty flavor thanks to browned butter.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter Browned for extra flavor
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl, mix the brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
Baking
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
- Let cool before enjoying.
Notes
These cookies are best served warm, straight from the oven. For storage, keep in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking.