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Crispy Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with Flaky Sea Salt

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These cookies feature crispy edges and chewy centers with a nutty brown butter flavor and a pop of flaky sea salt on top. Simple, quick, and irresistibly delicious, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, browned
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (165g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • About 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place 1 cup unsalted butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until melted, foamy, and golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes). Transfer to a heatproof bowl to cool slightly.
  2. Mix sugars and butter: Add ¾ cup granulated sugar and ¾ cup packed brown sugar to the warm butter. Stir until combined and slightly cooled but still soft enough to mix.
  3. Incorporate eggs and vanilla: Beat in 2 large room-temperature eggs one at a time, then add 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Mix until glossy and smooth.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups sifted all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, folding gently to avoid overmixing. Dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
  5. Add chocolate chips: Fold in 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly.
  6. Chill dough (optional): Cover dough with plastic wrap and chill in fridge for 30-60 minutes to develop flavor and prevent spreading. Can be skipped but cookies may be thinner.
  7. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  8. Shape and bake cookies: Scoop dough using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers look slightly soft.
  9. Add flaky sea salt: Immediately after baking, sprinkle about 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt evenly over warm cookies.
  10. Cool: Transfer cookies to a cooling rack for at least 10 minutes to finish setting and keep edges crispy.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning; remove from heat as soon as it turns golden with a nutty aroma. Do not overmix dough after adding flour to keep cookies tender. Chilling dough helps prevent spreading and enhances flavor. Sprinkle flaky sea salt immediately after baking for best texture and flavor contrast.

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