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The Best Chewy Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

The Best Chewy Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

There's something incredibly nostalgic about the smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house. It takes me back to my childhood, when my mom would bake a batch of chocolate chip cookies, and we would gather around the kitchen, eagerly waiting for them to cool. Today, I'm thrilled to share with you a recipe that captures that warm, homey feeling: The Best Chewy Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. They are quick to make, irresistibly delicious, and perfect for sharing with loved ones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter brown butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Keep stirring until it turns golden brown and starts to smell nutty. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until everything is well blended.
  4. Step 4: Add in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time. Make sure to mix thoroughly after each addition for a smooth batter.
  5. Step 5: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Fold in those chocolate chips!
  7. Step 7: Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 2 inches between each scoop.
  8. Step 8: Bake in your preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. The edges should be lightly golden while the center remains soft.
  9. Step 9: Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers (which is rare), keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, freeze the baked cookies in a single layer, then transfer them to a zip-top bag for up to three months.