Description
Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies combine a delightful nutty flavor with gooey chocolate chips, creating an irresistible treat. These cookies are perfectly crispy on the edges and chewy in the center, making them a favorite for any occasion. With their rich aroma filling your kitchen, you’ll be tempted to devour them fresh out of the oven. Whether you’re enjoying them solo or sharing with friends, these cookies promise warmth and happiness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Brown the butter: Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty. Let cool slightly.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, blend brown sugar and granulated sugar with browned butter until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
- Combine mixtures: Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Add chocolate: Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using dark chocolate chips or mixing in chopped nuts. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to enhance texture.