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Crispy Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with Flaky Sea Salt

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These crispy brown butter chocolate chip cookies feature a nutty, toasted flavor with perfectly crisp edges and a tender center, topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for a sweet-salty contrast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (165g) light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • About 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently as it melts, then begins to foam and turn golden brown with brown specks forming. Remove from heat immediately and transfer to a bowl. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Mix sugars and browned butter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and light brown sugar. Pour in the slightly cooled browned butter and stir until combined and smooth.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until creamy and well incorporated.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
  5. Incorporate dry into wet: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips evenly into the dough.
  7. Optional – Chill the dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to help cookies hold shape and develop flavor.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  9. Scoop and top: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Lightly press each dough ball and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  10. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are golden brown and crisp but centers look slightly soft.
  11. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully while browning to avoid burning. Chilling the dough is recommended for better shape and flavor but can be skipped if in a hurry. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for the best sweet-salty contrast. Baking times may vary by oven; start checking at 12 minutes.

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