The Best Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the delightful experience of The Best Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, where rich, nutty flavors meet a perfect balance of chewy and crispy textures. These cookies are not just an ordinary treat; they are a celebration of taste that will have your family and friends coming back for more. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or satisfying a sweet craving, these cookies are sure to impress. Made with simple ingredients, they are easy to whip up and versatile enough to enjoy on their own or paired with ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plus 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty. Let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine browned butter, white sugar, and brown sugar; beat until fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract and eggs until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients without overmixing. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes (optional).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared sheets and bake for about 12 minutes or until edges are golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg