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Description
These simple browned butter cookies offer a rich, nutty flavor. They are slightly crisp on the edges and chewy in the center. Browning the butter before adding it creates a depth of flavor that elevates this classic cookie.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a light-colored saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter turns a deep golden brown and smells nutty. This usually takes 5-8 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, cream together the cooled browned butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips, if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- To brown butter, watch it closely as it can burn quickly.
- For a chewier cookie, slightly underbake them.
- Add nuts like walnuts or pecans along with the chocolate chips for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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