Description
Bakery-style chocolate chip cookies with nutty brown butter, crisp edges, and gooey centers. Perfect for any occasion and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Brown the butter: In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup (226g) of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir continuously until the butter turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Mix the sugars: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (200g) of brown sugar and 1/2 cup (100g) of granulated sugar. Pour the browned butter over the sugars and whisk until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, followed by 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups (280g) of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Add chocolate chips: Gently fold in 2 cups (340g) of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop and bake: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm or store for later.
Notes
Chill the dough for better flavor and texture. Use high-quality chocolate for the best results. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for an elevated flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Protein: 2
Keywords: brown butter, chocolate chip cookies, bakery-style cookies, dessert, easy cookies, chewy cookies, homemade cookies