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Nothing quite says “welcome” like the aroma of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies wafting through the house. Whether you’re planning a cozy get-together or a big celebration, these Chewy Brown Butter and Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies are guaranteed to win over hearts (and taste buds).
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
Start by browning the butter: melt it in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly as it foams and then begins to turn light amber. Keep a close eye on it so it doesn’t burn—when you catch a nutty aroma and see some browned specks, remove the pan from the heat. Let the brown butter cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cooled brown butter until smoothly combined. Stir in the vanilla extract, then beat in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is well blended. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until you no longer see streaks of flour. Stir in the chocolate chips, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (longer if you have the time, as it helps the flavors deepen).
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop the dough in heaping tablespoonfuls or use a cookie scoop, spacing them a couple of inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden around the edges but still slightly soft in the center. As soon as the cookies come out of the oven, sprinkle them with a pinch of flaky sea salt. Let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring
to a wire rack.
These chewy delights are the perfect crowd-pleaser, whether you’re hosting a movie night, holiday gathering, or simply treating yourself. The brown butter lends a rich, nutty dimension, and the sea salt amplifies the sweet-chocolatey contrast. If you’re looking to cut back on sugar, try using lightly sweetened or sugar-free chocolate chips. Feel free to get creative by swapping in white chocolate or peanut butter chips, or adding chopped nuts for extra texture. No matter how you tweak the recipe, these cookies promise a warm, comforting bite—and that’s something everyone can enjoy.
