Description

These Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies boast an irresistible flavor with a delightful chewiness, sure to please any dessert lover. With simple ingredients and easy steps, they’re perfect for any occasion where a sweet treat is needed.

Ingredients

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1 cup (16 tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 cup (200g) packed light or dark brown sugar
1 large egg + 1 egg yolk, at room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 and 1/2 cups (313g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons (30ml) milk, warmed or at room temperature
1 and 1/2 cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
optional: flaky sea salt, for topping

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Instructions

Melt the sliced butter in a light-colored skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Pour into a bowl and chill until solid, about 90 minutes.
Beat the chilled brown butter in a large bowl with a mixer until smooth, adding the sugars and beating until lightened in color, about 2 minutes. Incorporate the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then add to the butter mixture and mix until just combined. Stir in the milk until the dough is thick and soft, then add in chocolate chips.
Roll the dough into balls, about 2 tablespoons each, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 3 days.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (191°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Place 8 dough balls per sheet, spacing 3 inches apart, and sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
Bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For thicker cookies, shape dough into taller balls rather than wider.
Chill the dough to enhance flavors and achieve the perfect texture.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg