Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies bake fast and taste incredible. Perfect for everyday baking.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter – nutty base flavor
- Brown sugar – chewiness and moisture
- Granulated sugar – crisp edges
- Egg + egg yolk – richness
- Vanilla extract – warmth
- All-purpose flour – structure
- Baking soda – lift and spread
- Salt – balance
- Chocolate chips or chunks – sweetness
Instructions
- Brown butter over medium heat until golden. Cool slightly.
- Whisk butter with sugars until smooth.
- Add egg, yolk, and vanilla. Mix well.
- Fold in flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Stir in chocolate.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Cool briefly and enjoy.
Notes
Chill dough for thicker cookies
Sprinkle flaky salt before baking
Works with dairy-free butter