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Ultimate Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

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A simple homemade recipe for perfectly chewy chocolate chip cookies with a rich, nutty flavor from browned butter. These cookies have crisp edges and a soft center, ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed (165 grams) brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 1/4 cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (270 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (60 grams) chopped toasted walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Place 1 cup (227 grams) of unsalted butter in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently as the butter melts and foams. After a few minutes, the milk solids will start to turn golden brown, and you’ll notice a nutty aroma. This takes about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar and 3/4 cup (165 grams) packed brown sugar. Pour in the slightly cooled browned butter and whisk until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 2 room-temperature large eggs, mixing until fully incorporated. This step should take 2-3 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula just until no flour streaks remain. Stop as soon as combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in 1 1/2 cups (270 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/2 cup (60 grams) chopped toasted nuts if desired.
  6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  8. Scoop dough using a cookie scoop or tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers still look soft.
  9. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not walk away while browning butter; remove from heat when it turns golden brown with a nutty aroma. Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes is crucial for chewy cookies with crisp edges. Use a cookie scoop for even portions. Baking time may vary by oven; cookies should look slightly underdone in the center when removed.

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