Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies
These brown butter chocolate chunk cookies are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. With a rich, nutty flavor from the browned butter and gooey chocolate chunks, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your home!
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Large Mixing Bowl
- baking sheet
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking the butter, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Step 3: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Step 5: Fold in the chocolate chunks until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Step 6: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 7: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked; they will continue to cook as they cool.
- Step 9: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
To keep your cookies fresh and delicious, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze the cookie dough for up to three months.