Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
There's something incredibly comforting about the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through your home. If you’re like me, you probably have fond memories of baking cookies with family and friends, and today, I want to share a recipe that takes those memories to the next level: brown butter chocolate chip cookie bars. These bars are not only easy to make but also deliver a rich, nutty flavor that will have everyone coming back for more.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
- 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue to cook it, stirring frequently, until it turns a golden brown color and has a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it! Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Step 4: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Step 5: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 7: Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Step 8: Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Step 9: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 10: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice into squares and serve!
Notes
Make sure to let the bars cool completely before slicing to get nice clean squares. If you want to prep ahead, you can make the dough a day in advance and store it in the fridge before baking.