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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with Melty Centers

Indulge in Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with a nutty flavor and melty centers that bring a comforting touch to this classic treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 ¼ cups Butter brown it well for a rich, nutty flavor
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar essential for sweetness and structure
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar adds moisture and deep caramel flavor
  • 2 large Eggs binds the mixture and provides chewy texture
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract boosts flavor
  • 2 ¾ cups All-Purpose Flour provides structure
  • ½ teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Soda helps cookies rise
  • 2-2 ½ cups Semisweet Chocolate Chips provides classic chocolate flavor
Optional Add-Ins
  • ½-¾ cup Nuts (Pecans or Walnuts) adds crunch
  • Chocolate Variation swap chips for dark or milk chocolate

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt 1 ¼ cups of butter until it turns a deep honey color, about 5–7 minutes. Let it cool completely until solid.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled, solid brown butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat on medium speed for about 1 minute. Add eggs and vanilla, mix until pale and fluffy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Portion about ¼ cup of dough for each cookie and roll into balls. Place on baking sheets with space in between.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Allow cookies to cool completely on the wire rack. Serve warm or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Monitor butter while browning to prevent burning. Chill dough for thicker cookies if desired. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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