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Easy Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

These chewy browned butter chocolate chip cookies are a delightful twist on the classic recipe, made extra special with the nutty richness of browned butter. Perfect for impressing guests or satisfying a sweet craving, this easy food recipe combines simplicity with gourmet flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 20 cookies

Equipment

  • Medium skillet
  • Stand mixer with paddle attachment
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 2 sticks salted butter
  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup semisweet or dark chocolate chunks
  • Flaky sea salt for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Brown the butter: Melt ½ cup of the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently until browned, about 2–3 minutes. Transfer the browned butter to a heatproof bowl and cool in the freezer for 10–15 minutes.
  • Prepare the dough: Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cooled browned butter, remaining butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth, about 2–3 minutes. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix until creamy. Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing just until combined. Fold in chocolate chips and chunks.
  • Form cookies: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake: Bake cookies for 8–10 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Serve: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired and enjoy warm, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • If your dough becomes sticky while shaping, chill it in the freezer for 10–15 minutes to make it easier to handle.
  • These cookies taste best warm but can also be reheated in the oven for a freshly baked texture.
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