Description

These brown butter chocolate chip cookies are nutty, deeply flavorful, chewy in the middle, and crisp at the edges. They come together quickly, making them the perfect easy weeknight dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter
2 ¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar
½ cup (100g) granulated white sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Flaky sea salt, for topping

Instructions

Brown the butter: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until milk solids turn golden brown and it smells nutty (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and pour into a heatproof bowl to cool until just warm.
Mix sugars and butter: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled brown butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Mix until well combined and looks like wet sand.
Add eggs and vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and mix until the batter is smooth and glossy.
Combine dry ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
Make the dough: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Mix on low speed or stir with a spoon until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in chocolate chips.
Chill the dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours).
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop 2-tablespoon dough balls onto sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers look soft.
Cool and salt: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while still warm.

Notes

Ensure butter is cooled to room temperature before mixing to prevent spreading. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes to maintain texture. Underbake slightly for chewy centers. Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep soft.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 16
Sodium: 150
Fat: 9
Saturated Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 24
Fiber: 1
Protein: 3

Keywords: brown butter cookies, chocolate chip cookies, easy dessert, weeknight baking, chewy cookies, homemade cookies