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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Easy Homemade with Sea Salt Flakes

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These brown butter chocolate chip cookies with sea salt flakes offer a rich, nutty flavor and a perfect salty-sweet contrast. They are quick, easy, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 3/4 cup (150g) packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) chocolate chips or chunks (semi-sweet and dark chocolate mix)
  • Sea salt flakes for sprinkling (Maldon or fleur de sel recommended)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter. Stir occasionally as it melts and begins to foam. After a few minutes, the butter will turn golden brown with a nutty aroma and tiny brown flecks. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning. Pour into a heat-safe bowl to cool slightly.
  2. Mix sugars and butter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter (cooled but still liquid), 3/4 cup (150g) packed brown sugar, and 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer or whisk until well combined, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, followed by 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly after each addition until smooth.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt.
  5. Incorporate dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips: Add 1 1/2 cups (270g) chocolate chips or chunks and fold until evenly distributed.
  7. Chill the dough (optional but recommended): Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  9. Scoop the cookies: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers still look soft.
  11. Add sea salt flakes: Immediately after removing from oven, sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt flakes on each warm cookie.
  12. Cool: Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Brown butter carefully to avoid burning; use a light-colored pan and stir constantly once foaming starts. Chilling dough for at least 30 minutes improves flavor and prevents spreading. Use quality chocolate chips for best flavor. Add sea salt flakes immediately after baking for best adherence and flavor contrast. If cookies spread too much, chill dough longer or reduce butter slightly. Watch baking time closely to keep centers chewy.

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