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Ultimate Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These ultimate brown butter chocolate chip cookies offer a rich, nutty flavor with a perfect balance of chewy, crispy, and gooey textures. The browned butter adds a caramel-like aroma that elevates the classic chocolate chip cookie to a five-star treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks or 227 g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (packed, 165 g) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups (280 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups (260 g) chocolate chunks or chips (mix of semi-sweet and bittersweet recommended)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally as it melts and foams. Watch closely until it turns golden brown with brown specks and smells nutty. Remove from heat and let cool for 5-7 minutes until warm but not hot.
  2. Mix sugars and browned butter: In a large bowl, combine browned butter with ¾ cup granulated sugar and ¾ cup packed brown sugar. Use a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then add 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Mix until glossy and thick.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  5. Incorporate dry into wet: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing on low speed or folding gently with a spatula. Stop as soon as flour disappears to avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in chocolate chunks: Add 1 ½ cups chocolate chunks or chips and fold gently until evenly distributed.
  7. Chill dough (optional but recommended): Cover dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to meld flavors and prevent spreading.
  8. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  9. Scoop and bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain slightly soft.
  10. Cool: Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

If browned butter cools and solidifies, gently warm it again without overheating. Chilling the dough improves texture and flavor and helps prevent spreading. Avoid overmixing dough to keep cookies tender. Use a cookie scoop for consistent size and even baking. Optional mix-ins include toasted nuts, dried cranberries, sea salt flakes, or cinnamon. For gluten-free, substitute flour with 1:1 gluten-free baking flour. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate chips, browning the butter substitute carefully.

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