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Cozy Brown Butter Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These cookies combine nutty browned butter with espresso powder to create a deeply flavorful, sophisticated chocolate chip cookie with crispy edges, soft centers, and melty chocolate in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt (flaky sea salt recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Melt completely, then continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until it foams, the foam subsides, and browned milk solids form at the bottom (about 5-7 minutes). When it smells nutty and the solids are deep amber, remove from heat immediately. Pour into a heatproof bowl and let cool for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled brown butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar. Beat with a hand mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until mixture looks like wet sand and is slightly lighter. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder until evenly distributed.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding with a spatula until just combined. A few streaks of flour are okay; do not overmix.
  5. Add chocolate chips: Fold in chocolate chips with a rubber spatula until evenly distributed. Dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
  6. Chill dough: Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 72 hours.
  7. Preheat and prepare: When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  8. Scoop and bake: Using a cookie scoop, portion rounded tablespoons of dough and place 2 inches apart on prepared sheets. Optionally press extra chocolate chips on top. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden brown and centers look just set (slightly underdone).
  9. Cool and finish: Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. While still warm, sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.

Notes

Watch the butter closely when browning; it goes from perfect to burnt quickly. Room temperature eggs are important to prevent the brown butter from seizing. Chilling the dough is not optional—it prevents spreading and develops flavor. For best results, bake one tray at a time and rotate halfway through. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Dough can be frozen for up to 3 months; bake from frozen adding 2-3 minutes.

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