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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 4 servings (about 24 cookies)

Description

These Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies offer a rich, nutty flavor from the browned butter combined with classic chocolate chips, resulting in soft and chewy cookies with perfectly golden edges. Chilling the dough enhances the texture and depth of flavor, making this recipe a delightful twist on a traditional favorite.

Ingredients

Butter Mixture

  • 2 sticks (226 grams) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (198 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (213 grams) light brown sugar, packed

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs (150 grams total)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups (360 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 1 ½ cups (255 grams) chocolate, chopped or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Browning the Butter: Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking until it foams and the butter solids turn a rich orangey-brown color at the bottom, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool until it slightly firms up.
  2. Creaming Sugars and Butter: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to cream together the browned butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Adding Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Preparing Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
  5. Combining Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  6. Adding Chocolate: Fold in the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Chilling the Dough: Cover the cookie dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step improves texture and flavor.
  8. Preheating Oven and Preparing Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  9. Shaping Cookies: Scoop cookie dough in portions of about 1 ½ to 2 tablespoons and place the scoops at least 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow for spreading.
  10. Baking: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown while the centers remain soft.
  11. Cooling: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet to set before transferring to a wire rack or serving.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is essential for preventing the cookies from spreading too thin and improves flavor.
  • Brown butter adds a nutty depth not found in traditional chocolate chip cookies.
  • Use good quality chocolate chips or chop a good dark chocolate bar for better texture and flavor distribution.
  • Be careful not to overbake; cookies continue to firm up as they cool.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze the dough for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/brown-butter-chocolate-chip-cookies-recipe/