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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies | Best Ooey-Gooey Recipe

These brown butter chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate treat, featuring a rich, nutty flavor and gooey centers. Brown butter adds depth, making them bakery-quality with crisp edges and chewy middles.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)

Instructions

  • Brown the Butter: Melt butter over medium heat, stirring constantly until golden brown and nutty in aroma. Let it cool for 5 minutes.
  • Mix Sugars & Butter: In a large bowl, whisk brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  • Add Eggs & Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
  • Fold in Chocolate Chips: Mix until evenly distributed.
  • Chill Dough: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for better texture.
  • Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto a baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden.
  • Cool & Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 24 hours.
  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Author: Chef Crenn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Brown butter cookies, chewy chocolate chip cookies, homemade cookies