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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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4.3 from 7 reviews

  • Author: Lea
  • Total Time: 37 minutes (plus 2 hours chilling time)
  • Yield: 20 servings

Description

These Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are a decadent twist on the classic favorite. By browning the butter before combining it with sugars and the rest of the ingredients, these cookies gain a rich, nutty flavor and a tender, chewy texture perfect for any dessert lover. Chilled dough ensures perfectly thick and soft cookies with melted chocolate pockets in every bite.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips or chunks

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: Melt the butter over low heat, then continue heating for 4 to 5 minutes until it becomes brown and foamy with a nutty aroma. This process intensifies the flavor of the butter.
  2. Cool the Butter: Remove the browned butter from heat and let it cool for at least 15 minutes to prevent cooking the egg in the next step.
  3. Mix Sugars and Butter: Combine the cooled brown butter with both the brown and white sugars in a mixing bowl, stirring until well incorporated.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the room temperature egg and vanilla extract until smooth and homogenous.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
  6. Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined to prevent overworking the dough.
  7. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips or chunks evenly throughout the dough.
  8. Chill Dough: Refrigerate the cookie dough for at least 2 hours to help the cookies hold their shape and enhance the flavors.
  9. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat while preparing the dough balls.
  10. Shape Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls to ensure uniform sizing and even baking.
  11. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place dough balls on a baking pan, spacing them at least 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  12. Bake Cookies: Bake for 12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown, signaling perfectly baked cookies with tender centers.
  13. Cool Cookies: Let cookies cool on the baking pan for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing sogginess.

Notes

  • Using browned butter adds a rich, nutty flavor that's key to this recipe.
  • Chilling the dough is important to control spreading and deepen flavors.
  • Ensure the egg is at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
  • Spacing dough balls properly is crucial for even baking and to avoid cookies joining together.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesbylea.com/brown-butter-chocolate-chip-cookies-recipe/