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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt

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These brown butter chocolate chip cookies feature a nutty, caramel-like flavor with a perfect balance of sweetness and a pinch of flaky sea salt, delivering a soft center with crisp edges. They are quick, easy, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, browned
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (220 g) light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
  • 1 ½ cups (270 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until golden brown and nutty, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the browned butter with granulated and brown sugars. Beat with an electric mixer or whisk until smooth and slightly fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until the batter is glossy and thick.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly through the dough.
  7. Optional: Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  9. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough balls about 2 tablespoons (30 g) each onto the baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart. Sprinkle each dough ball lightly with flaky sea salt.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers look set but still soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Watch the butter closely when browning to avoid burning. Let browned butter cool slightly before mixing with eggs to prevent cooking them. Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender. Use flaky sea salt on top for a perfect salty-sweet contrast. Chilling dough helps control spreading. Cookies will firm up as they cool.

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Keywords: brown butter, chocolate chip cookies, sea salt, easy cookies, homemade treats, soft cookies, crispy edges

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