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Ultimate Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These cookies feature a deep, nutty richness from brown butter with crispy edges and a chewy center, perfect for cozy gatherings and quick baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, browned
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (150g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently with a rubber spatula until butter foams, turns golden with brown specks, and smells nutty. Remove from heat and transfer to a heat-safe bowl to cool slightly.
  2. Mix sugars and butter: Once butter cools for 5 minutes but still warm, add ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar and ¾ cup (150g) packed light brown sugar. Stir until combined and somewhat smooth.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Crack in 1 large egg (room temperature) and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat mixture until glossy and well incorporated.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Fold dry into wet: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula until just combined.
  6. Add chocolate chips: Stir in 1 ½ cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Chill dough (optional): Cover and chill dough in fridge for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
  8. Preheat oven: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  9. Scoop dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough about 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
  10. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers look slightly underbaked.
  11. Cool: Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool fully.

Notes

Watch the butter closely when browning to avoid burning. Use room temperature eggs for smooth dough. Chilling dough is optional but recommended for thicker cookies. Avoid over-mixing after adding flour to keep cookies tender. Experiment with different chocolates or add nuts for variation.

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