Description
These Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are rich, nutty, and perfectly chewy with crispy edges. Browning the butter takes these cookies to a whole new level, enhancing the deep caramel flavor and creating an irresistible aroma. Whether you’re a baking pro or a beginner, this easy recipe will give you bakery-quality cookies in no time. Serve them warm with a glass of milk for the ultimate treat!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
- Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon or espresso powder for extra flavor
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Butter
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the butter turns golden brown and smells nutty (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove from heat immediately and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Dough
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, beat together the brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
Step 3: Combine and Add Chocolate
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips (and nuts if using), making sure they are evenly distributed.
Step 4: Chill the Dough
- Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes (optional but recommended for thicker cookies).
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough into 1.5-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown but the centers look slightly underbaked.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Make it Chewier: Add an extra egg yolk for a softer, chewier texture.
- Enhance the Flavor: A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top before baking makes the cookies extra delicious.
- Make Ahead Tip: Dough can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Reheat for Freshness: Warm leftover cookies in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for a freshly baked taste.
- Prep Time: 15 min (+30 min chilling time)
- Cook Time: 10-12 min
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g