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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe with Chewy Centers Made Easy

  • Author: Saly
  • Total Time: 42-44 minutes (including 30 minutes chilling time recommended)
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Description

These brown butter chocolate chip cookies feature irresistibly chewy centers and a deep, nutty flavor from browned butter, making them a perfect indulgent treat with crispy edges and gooey chocolate.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup packed (150g) brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or mix of semi-sweet and milk chocolate)
  • Optional: sea salt flakes for sprinkling
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (for nutty upgrade)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Melt 1 cup unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until it foams and turns golden brown with nutty bits. Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Mix sugars and brown butter: In a large bowl, combine the browned butter with 3/4 cup brown sugar and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Stir until smooth and glossy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully incorporated and slightly fluffy.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Mix dry into wet: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined without overmixing.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips with a spatula.
  7. Chill the dough (optional but recommended): Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes up to 24 hours to control spread and deepen flavor.
  8. Scoop and bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat. Scoop dough balls about 2 inches apart using a medium cookie scoop (1.5 tablespoons). Optionally sprinkle sea salt flakes on top. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain slightly soft.
  9. Cool and enjoy: Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully while browning to avoid burning. Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender. Chilling the dough is highly recommended to prevent spreading and enhance flavor. Use real vanilla extract for best taste. Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top before baking for a sweet-salty contrast. Cookies continue to firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximat
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 110
  • Fat: 9
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 2

Keywords: brown butter, chocolate chip cookies, chewy cookies, homemade cookies, easy cookie recipe, chewy centers, baking, dessert

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