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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup salted butter
6 oz.
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups plus 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
about 9 5/8 oz.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon table salt
- 1 pkg. semisweet chocolate chips
12-oz.
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
optional
Directions
- 1
Melt butter in a small heavy saucepan over medium, stirring constantly, until butter begins to turn golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Immediately remove saucepan from heat, and pour butter into a small heatproof bowl. Cover and chill until butter is cool and begins to solidify, about 1 hour.
- 2
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper. Beat browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium speed until creamy, about 1 minute. Add eggs and vanilla, beating until blended, about 30 seconds.
- 3
Stir together flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl; gradually add to browned butter mixture, beating on low speed, until just blended. Beat in chocolate chips and pecans until just combined.
- 4
Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop and drop cookies 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Bake cookies in preheated oven in batches, 1 baking sheet at a time, until cookies are golden and set around the edges, 11 to 13 minutes per batch. Transfer cookies to wire racks; let cool completely, about 15 minutes.
Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving that perfect, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chip cookie experience? Our Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe delivers an ooey, gooey, and extra-chocolatey treat that will satisfy your deepest cookie desires.
Why This Recipe Works
This recipe elevates a classic by starting with brown butter, a simple technique that deepens the flavor profile with nutty, caramelized notes. Combined with the generous amount of semisweet chocolate chips, this creates a sophisticated yet comforting cookie that stands out from the rest.
What truly sets these cookies apart is their irresistible texture—expect a perfect balance of crispy edges and an incredibly soft, ooey, gooey center. Each bite is rich with butter and packed with extra-chocolatey goodness from the generous amount of semisweet chips. The subtle sweetness from both brown and granulated sugars ensures a well-rounded flavor that will keep you reaching for another.
Customization & Variations
While delicious as is, you can easily adapt these brown butter chocolate chip cookies. The recipe includes 1 cup of chopped toasted pecans as an optional addition, which adds a wonderful crunch and earthy flavor. Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate chips, such as milk chocolate for a sweeter profile, or dark chocolate for a more intense cocoa experience.
Serve these warm for the ultimate indulgent dessert or a delightful afternoon treat. They're perfect alongside a cold glass of milk, making them an ideal comfort food for any occasion.