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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chewy Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies to Swoon Over

Ultimate Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with a toasted, nutty flavor that elevates the classic dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter brown
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg can substitute with flaxseed or applesauce for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1-2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup chopped nuts optional, walnuts or pecans

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Combine 3/4 cup brown sugar and 1/2 cup white sugar in a mixing bowl. Pour in the cooled brown butter and mix until smooth.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 large egg; mix until combined.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon espresso powder if using.
  5. Whisk together 1 teaspoon baking soda, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and 2 cups flour in a separate bowl. Fold into wet ingredients.
  6. Fold in 1-2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  7. Portion dough onto a baking sheet, spacing balls 2 inches apart.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake for 11-12 minutes.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for any occasion and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

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