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The Ultimate Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Alvarez
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 medium-sized cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Ultimate Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter with the perfect balance of sweetness from brown and white sugars. Enhanced with vanilla and optional espresso powder, these cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with melty chocolate chips, perfect for any chocolate lover seeking a homemade classic with a gourmet twist.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (213 grams) brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) white sugar
  • 2/3 cup (151.2 grams) brown butter
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs (room temp, not cold)
  • 1/4 tsp espresso powder (optional)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 3/4 cups (220 grams) all-purpose flour

Additions

  • 1-2 cups (170-340 grams) chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Mix Sugars and Brown Butter: Start by combining the brown sugar, white sugar, and brown butter in a bowl. Make sure to incorporate all the brown bits from the butter as they provide deep, complex flavor.
  2. Add Vanilla Extract: Pour in the vanilla extract and gently mix until just combined, bringing a fragrant sweetness to the dough.
  3. Incorporate Eggs and Espresso Powder: Whisk in the two room-temperature eggs thoroughly. If using, add the espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor subtly.
  4. Add Leavening and Thickening Agents: Sprinkle the baking soda and cornstarch into the mixture. Mix gently with a spatula for one to two minutes to avoid overworking the dough.
  5. Mix in Flour: Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing until the dough reaches a playdoh-like consistency — firm but not crumbly.
  6. Add Chocolate Chips: Toss in the chocolate chips, folding them in carefully by hand to distribute without over-mixing the dough.
  7. Prepare for Baking: Use an ice cream scoop to portion out dough balls on a baking sheet, spacing them adequately to allow spreading.
  8. Preheat and Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cookies for 11 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden and centers soft.
  9. Shape Cookies: Once out of the oven, use a cup to gently press the cookies to shape them perfectly.
  10. Enjoy: Let cookies cool slightly; enjoy them fresh from the oven or chilled for a firmer texture.

Notes

  • Additional Toppings: Add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans for extra texture and flavor variation.
  • Chill the Dough: Freeze the dough for 15 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and achieve thicker cookies.
  • Make it Vegan: Substitute eggs with flaxseed eggs or applesauce; replace butter with coconut oil or vegan margarine.
  • Make it Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend and ensure all other ingredients like baking soda and chocolate chips are gluten-free.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (based on 24 cookies per batch)
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 14 g
  • Sodium: 110 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

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