Irresistible Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Rich, chewy, and packed with gooey chocolate chips, these Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies take the classic favorite to a whole new level. Browning the butter adds a deep caramel-like, nutty flavor that makes every bite absolutely unforgettable. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or enjoying fresh from the oven with a glass of milk!
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool for 10–15 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Cover and chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for thicker, chewier cookies.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers still look slightly soft.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
✨ Tips for the Best Cookies
Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-and-salty finish.
For extra chocolate flavor, mix in dark chocolate chunks along with the chocolate chips.
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze the dough for freshly baked cookies anytime.
Soft in the center, perfectly crisp around the edges, and loaded with melty chocolate—these Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are guaranteed to become your new favorite homemade treat!
