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Ultimate Crispy Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These cookies feature crispy edges and tender centers with a rich, nutty brown butter flavor that elevates the classic chocolate chip cookie to a new level.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, browned
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (165g) light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until golden amber and nutty smelling, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  2. Mix the browned butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until combined and glossy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
  7. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (optional but recommended).
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Scoop dough onto baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden and centers look set but soft.
  11. Cool cookies on a rack for at least 10 minutes to finish crisping.

Notes

Keep butter moving while browning to avoid burning. Chilling dough is key for controlling spread and flavor development. Use parchment paper for slightly crisper bottoms. Sprinkle flaky sea salt before baking for enhanced flavor. Pull cookies out when edges are golden and centers still soft; they firm up while cooling.

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