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The Best Chewy Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

The Best Chewy Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

There's something undeniably comforting about the smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through your home. It takes me back to my childhood, where every cookie batch was a little adventure in the kitchen. Today, I'm excited to share with you my go-to recipe for the best chewy brown butter chocolate chip cookies. These cookies are not just easy to whip up, but they also pack a punch of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This is an important step, so your cookies bake evenly.
  2. Step 2: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Keep an eye on it and stir occasionally. You'll want it to turn golden brown and develop a nutty aroma, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk until it’s smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, mixing until everything is well combined.
  5. Step 5: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, or your cookies may turn out tough.
  7. Step 7: Fold in those delicious chocolate chips. The more chocolate, the better, right?
  8. Step 8: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure to space them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Step 9: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Step 10: Once done, remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To keep your cookies fresh and chewy, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They will last for about a week, but trust me, they will probably be gone long before then! You can also freeze the cookie dough for up to three months.