Description
Experience rich butterscotch-scented chocolate chip cookies baked to thick, gooey perfection. This easy American dessert recipe uses either browned or softened butter for deep flavor and chewy texture. Ideal for quick weeknight treats or festive occasions.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and solid
¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
½ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg + 1 yolk, room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1½ cups semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
Brown butter in a skillet over medium heat until golden, swirling occasionally to prevent burning.
Transfer butter to a heatproof bowl and chill until solid (at least 1 hour).
Using an electric mixer, cream the chilled butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for 3-5 minutes until smooth.
Beat in egg, yolk, and vanilla until fully incorporated.
Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt; add to butter mixture.
Mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chunks or chips.
Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
Scoop 1¾-tablespoon portions onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and slightly spread.
Let cookies cool on the tray for 1 minute before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Use room-temperature egg for smoother mixing.
Browning the butter enhances flavor; ensure it’s fully cooled before use.
Correct flour measurement is critical to prevent spreading.
For best results, chill dough before baking.
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 47mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 22mg