Description
These Ultimate Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are rich, chewy, and packed with deep, nutty flavor from browned butter. Gooey chocolate and crisp edges make them an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (semi-sweet, dark, or a mix)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, brown the butter by swirling and stirring until golden brown and nutty, about 5–7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk browned butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips or chopped chocolate.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes (longer for more flavor and structure).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough into balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Notes
- Use chopped chocolate for large melty pools.
- Add toasted nuts or toffee bits for variety.
- Top with flaky sea salt for a sweet-salty combo.
- Freeze dough balls to bake cookies on demand.
- Shape warm cookies with a round cutter for a perfect look.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
