The Best Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in The Best Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, where rich, nutty flavors meet gooey chocolate bliss. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies feature a delightful chewy center and crispy edges that will satisfy both kids and adults alike. With the added depth of brown butter, this classic treat is elevated to something truly special. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something sweet, these cookies are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until it turns golden brown and fragrant; let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the browned butter, white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
- Scoop rounded dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 12 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Allow cookies to cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg