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Tender Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These tender brown butter chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and infused with a nutty caramel flavor from browned butter. Perfect for cozy nights and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, browned
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (220g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally as it melts, foams, and then begins to brown (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and transfer to a heat-safe bowl to cool for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix sugars and butter: In a large bowl, combine the cooled brown butter with ¾ cup granulated sugar and 1 cup packed brown sugar. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Add 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Batter should look glossy and slightly thick.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  5. Incorporate dry into wet: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet batter, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Add chocolate chips: Fold in 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly.
  7. Chill the dough (optional): Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
  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: Drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers look slightly underbaked.
  10. Cool on rack: Let cookies sit on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack for 15 minutes.

Notes

Watch the butter closely when browning to avoid burning. Use room temperature eggs for better mixing. Chill dough for thicker cookies and to prevent spreading. Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty flavor. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking if using multiple trays.

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