Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies 🍪✨

These cookies are the ultimate treat, blending the nutty richness of browned butter with gooey chocolate chips. Crispy on the edges, soft and chewy in the center, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

📋 Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Brown the Butter

1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Stir constantly as the butter foams and begins to brown. You’ll notice a nutty aroma and see golden bits forming at the bottom of the pan (this should take about 5–7 minutes).
3. Remove the butter from heat, pour into a heatproof bowl, and let cool for 10 minutes.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

1. In a large bowl, combine the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
2. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
3. Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 4: Chill the Dough

1. Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap.
2. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours). Chilling enhances the flavors and helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.

Step 5: Bake the Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Scoop the chilled dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls (or use a cookie scoop). Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
3. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown, and the centers look slightly underbaked.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

1. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Enjoy warm for the ultimate gooey experience or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

✨ Tips for Perfect Cookies

• Don’t skip browning the butter: It adds an irresistible nutty flavor that elevates the cookies.
• Chill the dough: This step prevents the cookies from spreading too much and enhances the flavor.
• Underbake slightly: The cookies will continue to set as they cool, resulting in a soft and chewy texture.
• Use a mix of chocolate chips: Combine semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate for extra decadence.

🌟 Variations

• Add nuts: Fold in ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
• Sprinkle with sea salt: A light sprinkle of flaky sea salt before baking adds a gourmet touch.
• Make it gluten-free: Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.

⏲️ Quick Facts

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Chill Time: 1 hour
• Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
• Total Time: ~1 hour 30 minutes
• Yield: ~24 cookies

These Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are more than just cookies—they’re a warm hug in dessert form! Perfect for sharing with loved ones or treating yourself after a long day. 🍪💛