Description
These Ultimate Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies feature a rich, nutty flavor from browned butter combined with the perfect balance of chewy and crispy textures. Enhanced with a hint of espresso powder to deepen the chocolate flavor, these cookies are a decadent treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Sugars and Butter
- 1 cup (213 grams) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) white sugar
- 2/3 cup (151.2 grams) brown butter
Wet Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs (room temperature, not cold)
- 1/4 tsp espresso powder (optional)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 2 3/4 cup (220 grams) flour
Add-ins
- 1-2 cups (170-340 grams) chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix Sugars and Brown Butter: Start by mixing the brown sugar, white sugar, and brown butter together, making sure to scoop in all the flavorful brown bits from the butter browning process.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract until the mixture is just combined.
- Incorporate Eggs and Espresso Powder: Whisk in the two room-temperature eggs gently, then optionally add the espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Add Dry Leavening and Thickening Agents: Mix in the baking soda and cornstarch with a spatula for one to two minutes to evenly distribute and avoid over-mixing.
- Gradually Add Flour: Add the flour one cup at a time, mixing until the dough forms a consistency similar to playdoh – neither too soft nor crumbly.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently toss the chocolate chips into the dough using your hand to avoid overworking the mixture.
- Portion the Dough: Use an ice cream scoop to portion cookie dough onto a baking sheet, selecting scoop size based on preferred cookie size.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the cookies for 11 to 12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Shape Cookies: Once out of the oven, gently shape the cookies using a cup to smooth edges and enhance appearance.
- Serve: Enjoy your cookies warm fresh from the oven or refrigerated for a firmer texture.
Notes
- Additional Toppings – For variety, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture and flavor.
- Chill the Dough – Freeze the dough for 15 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and produce thicker cookies.
- Make it Vegan – Replace eggs with flaxseed eggs or applesauce, and substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan margarine.
- Make it Gluten-Free – Use a gluten-free flour blend and ensure all other ingredients such as baking soda and chocolate chips are certified gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (based on 24 cookies)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
